Exploration and Discoveries

Albert Lin embarks on a journey to explore ancient civilizations using advanced technology like LiDAR. He faces challenges in the jungles of Guatemala and Colombia, uncovering lost cities and artifacts. His exploration extends to Machu Picchu, where he delves into the history of the Inca and pre-Inca civilizations, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of these sites.

What motivates Albert Lin to explore different parts of the world?

• To find hidden treasures

• To uncover diverse human stories

• To escape his daily life

• To become famous

What technology did Albert Lin use to uncover Mayan structures in Guatemala?

• Radar

• Sonar

• LiDAR

• Infrared

What was the main challenge faced by Albert Lin's team in the Guatemalan jungle?

• Lack of food

• Unfriendly locals

• Dense jungle making navigation difficult

• Hostile wildlife

What legend is associated with the Tairona civilization in Colombia?

• The Lost City of Z

• Atlantis

• El Dorado

• The Fountain of Youth

How did the Tairona people use gold?

• To create artifacts and ornaments

• To build structures

• For weaponry

• As currency

What is Machu Picchu known for?

• Being the oldest city in the world

• Its architectural and engineering feats

• Its advanced irrigation systems

• Being the largest city in Peru

What language is still spoken in the Quechua village near Machu Picchu?

• Quechua

• Inca

• Aymara

• Spanish

What did Albert Lin discover about the Andes' ancient civilizations?

• They were isolated and had no contact with each other

• They were technologically advanced and interconnected

• They were primarily nomadic

• They were dependent on foreign trade

What was the significance of the pottery found in the Andes?

• It was used for trade

• It was used for religious rituals

• It indicated a residential area

• It was purely decorative

What does the story of the earth represent for the cultures in the Andes?

• A place of danger

• A barrier to exploration

• A living, breathing entity

• A source of wealth