What role did calendar priests play in Mesoamerican societies?
Did Native Americans have Calendars?
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11th Grade - University
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The video explores how Native American peoples, particularly in Mesoamerica, tracked time using sophisticated calendars and almanacs. It highlights the Maya and Aztec systems, including the 260-day Venus-based calendar and the solar calendar. The video also clarifies misconceptions about the Aztec Sunstone. Additionally, it covers other Native American timekeeping methods, such as the medicine wheels in North America and the Inca calendar in South America, showcasing the advanced astronomical knowledge of these cultures.
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Explain the purpose of the Nazca lines in South America.
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How did the Anasazi use the Sun Dagger calendar?
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