Copan Ruinas and the Maya Civilization

Copan Ruinas and the Maya Civilization

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Mia Campbell

History, Geography, Architecture

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

The video explores Copan Ruinas, a significant Maya city, highlighting its peak period from 250 to 900 AD. It discusses the mysterious decline of the Maya civilization and the rediscovery of the ruins by Diego Garcia del Palacio in the 16th century. Key archaeological findings include the Rasa-Lila Temple and the hieroglyphic stairway, which contains over 1,800 glyphs. The video also touches on theories regarding the collapse of Copan, such as overpopulation and unsustainable agriculture.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Copan Ruinas in the context of the Maya civilization?

It is one of the most mysterious and spectacular cities of the Maya.

It was a major trade center for the Maya.

It was the last city built by the Maya.

It was the capital city of the Maya civilization.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who discovered the ruins of Copan Ruinas in the 16th century?

Hernán Cortés

Diego Garcia del Palacio

Pedro de Alvarado

Francisco Pizarro

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Rasa-Lila Temple known for?

Being perfectly preserved inside structure 16

Containing the most hieroglyphs

Being the largest temple in Copan

Having a unique architectural style

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many structures have been found within the principal group of ruins at Copan?

1,800

2,700

3,450

4,200

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the hieroglyphic stairway at Copan Ruinas famous for?

Its height and steepness

Being the oldest structure in Copan

The number of steps it has

The history inscribed with over 1,800 glyphs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one theory about the collapse of Copan?

A devastating earthquake

A severe drought

Invasion by neighboring tribes

A population boom and unsustainable agriculture