Events in Belize's History

Where did the Mayan civilization primarily develop?

• Northern Mexico

• Southern Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, and parts of Honduras

• Peru and Chile

• The Caribbean

When did the Mayans begin building villages?

• 1000 BC

• 1500 BC

• 250 AD

• 900 AD

What period is referred to as the "Golden Age" of the Maya?

• 1000 BC to 1 AD

• 250 AD to 900 AD

• 1500 BC to 250 AD

• 900 AD to 1500 AD

Which of the following was NOT a major component of Mayan cities during their peak?

• Stone temples

• Skyscrapers

• Ball courts

• Plazas

Which of the following Mayan cities is located in Belize?

• Tikal

• Altun Ha

• Copan

• Chichen Itza

What mathematical concept did the Maya invent?

• Fractions

• Decimal system

• Zero

• Algebra

What were the three types of Mayan calendars?

• Solar, Lunar, and Galactic

• Haab, Tzolkin, and Long Count

• Gregorian, Julian, and Islamic

• Civil, Religious, and Agricultural

What sport did the Maya play that involved a rubber ball?

• Soccer

• Basketball

• Pok-a-Tok

• Volleyball

Who was the most powerful person in Mayan society?

• Priest

• Merchant

• Ahau (King)

• Farmer

What was the primary role of Mayan priests?

• Trade goods

• Control farming and taxes

• Build temples

• Create art