Mayan, Aztec, and Incan Quiz 1

Where was the Mayan civilization located?

• Andes Mountains

• Arid valleys of Mexico

• Mexican and Central American rainforests

• Eastern United States

Which civilization was represented by Chichén Itzá?

• Aztec

• Inca

• Mayan

• Olmec

What type of political system did the Mayans have?

• Empire ruled by an emperor

• City-states ruled by kings

• Republic

• Democratic government

What was the economy of the Mayan civilization based on?

• Fishing and herding

• Agriculture and trade

• Industrial production

• Tribute from conquered peoples

Where was the Aztec civilization located?

• Rainforests of South America

• Arid valleys of central Mexico

• Coastal regions of North America

• Himalayan Mountains

Which civilization was represented by Tenochtitlan?

• Mayan

• Aztec

• Inca

• Persian

Who ruled the Aztec Empire?

• Senate

• Kings of city-states

• Emperor

• Council of nobles

How did the Aztecs support their economy?

• High-altitude farming

• Extensive trade with Africa

• Agriculture and tribute from conquered peoples

• Manufacturing and industry

Where was the Incan civilization located?

• Andes Mountains of South America

• Amazon Rainforest

• Sahara Desert

• Arid valleys of Mexico

Which civilization was represented by Machu Picchu?

• Mayan

• Aztec

• Inca

• Greek