Ancient Civilizations of Mexico Assessment

On which continent is Mexico located?

• South America

• North America

• Central America

• Europe

What is a piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides called?

• Island

• Peninsula

• Isthmus

• Bay

Which term describes farming that produces just enough food to feed one's family?

• Commercial farming

• Industrial farming

• Subsistence farming

• Plantation farming

Where did the Maya civilization primarily live?

• Mexico and South America

• Mexico and northern Central America

• Mexico and the Caribbean

• Mexico and southern Central America

Which civilization rose to power after the decline of the Maya?

• Olmecs

• Toltecs

• Incas

• Aztecs

In what modern-day city was the Aztec capital located?

• Mexico City

• Guadalajara

• Monterrey

• Cancun

What term describes a society with highly developed culture, politics, and technology?

• Nation

• Community

• Civilization

• Settlement

What was the Maya writing system called?

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

• Alphabet

• Pictographs

What did the Aztecs build that was governed by a single ruler?

• Village

• City-state

• Empire

• Dynasty

What term describes the fee that rulers collected from their subjects?

• Tax

• Tribute

• Rent

• Toll