Maya Civilization Quiz

Maya Civilization Quiz

5th Grade

29 Qs

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Maya Civilization Quiz

Maya Civilization Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

5th Grade

Medium

Created by

P. Moreno

Used 5+ times

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29 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

The Olmec culture was the first Mesoamerican culture to become highly developed.

True

False

Answer explanation

The Olmec culture is recognized as the first highly developed civilization in Mesoamerica, known for its advancements in art, architecture, and social organization, making the statement true.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Tikal is the largest and best preserved city.

True

False

Answer explanation

Tikal is indeed the largest and best-preserved ancient Mayan city, known for its impressive ruins and historical significance, making the statement true.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Palenque has the tomb of Pakal, one oif the city’s most powerful rulers.

True

False

Answer explanation

True. Palenque is known for the tomb of Pakal, who was one of its most significant rulers, highlighting the city's historical importance.

4.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Chichen Itzá was built around 600 AD in ________

Answer explanation

Chichen Itzá, a significant archaeological site, was built in the Yucatán Peninsula around 600 AD, making Yucatán the correct answer to the question.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Type of government comprising a single city.

barter

hieroglyphics

city-state

Answer explanation

A city-state is a type of government that consists of a single city and its surrounding territory, functioning independently. This distinguishes it from other forms of governance, making 'city-state' the correct answer.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

It is situated in present-day Honduras, near the border with Guatemala.

Copán

Chichen Itzá

Tikal

Palenque

Answer explanation

Copán is an archaeological site located in present-day Honduras, close to the Guatemalan border, making it the correct answer. In contrast, Chichen Itzá, Tikal, and Palenque are located in Mexico and Guatemala.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The temple of Kukulcán is in this city.

Copán

Chichen Itzá

Tikal

Palenque

Answer explanation

The temple of Kukulcán, also known as El Castillo, is located in Chichen Itzá, a major archaeological site of the Maya civilization. The other options, Copán, Tikal, and Palenque, are distinct sites with different structures.

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