Maya Civilization Quiz

Where did the Maya civilization develop?

• South Africa

• Central America

• Eastern Europe

• Northern Asia

What type of political system did the Maya have?

• One united country

• Democracy

• Separate city-states

• One king for all Maya

What was each Maya city-state ruled by?

• A president

• A priest

• A chief

• A king or ruler

Which of the following was a major Maya city?

• Cairo

• Tikal

• Rome

• London

What materials did the Maya use for building their temples and pyramids?

• Marble

• Mud

• Stone

• Wood

Which type of calendar did the Maya develop?

• Weekly

• Solar

• Gregorian

• Lunar

What was an important part of Maya religion?

• Christianity

• Animal worship

• Human sacrifices

• Monotheism

Which crop was most important to the Maya?

• Wheat

• Maize (corn)

• Rice

• Potatoes

What were Maya books made of?

• Paper

• Clay

• Bark of trees

• Animal skin

What writing system did the Maya use?

• Alphabet

• Symbols and pictures (glyphs)

• Roman letters

• Numbers only