Maya Quiz #1

First Name

Last Name

Period

• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6

Which area on the map shows the location of the Maya civilization?

• J
• K
• L
• M

Describe one feature of Mayan geography AND explain how it influenced the development of Mayan civilization.

Which of the following BEST DESCRIBES the POLITICAL organization of the Mayan world?

• Divided into many independent city-states
• A large territory united under a single emperor
• They were politically united but had very different cultures
• Each city-state voted for a mayor but all had to obey a high king

Which of the following statements about the religion of the Maya is FALSE?

• They were polytheistic
• Their gods were NOT all-powerful but instead had many human-like qualities
• According to their creation myth, the gods created and destroyed/transformed humans several times
• They practiced human sacrifice in order to entertain their people and intimidate their neighbors

What type of farming is shown in the picture below?

• Ladder farming
• Slash and burn agriculture
• Terrace farming
• Agricultural farming

Which of the following were trade goods in Mesoamerica? Select ALL that apply.

• Obsidian
• Quetzal feathers
• Jade
• Cacao beans
• Iron tools

Identify a subject / field of study in which the Maya excelled and describe in detail a specific accomplishment they had in this area.