Achievements of Math and Science in Mesoamerica
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What was a common priority in the civilizations of the Aztecs, Maya, and Inca?

  • Art and philosophy
  • Medicine and engineering
  • Astronomy and architecture (correct)
  • Religion and agriculture
  • What type of buildings did the Aztecs and Maya develop in Central America?

  • Pyramids with temples (correct)
  • Cathedrals
  • Skyscrapers
  • Houses with gardens on the roof
  • What was the school for advanced astronomy, philosophy, statesmanship, and engineering in the Aztec civilization called?

  • Intellosphere
  • Calmecac (correct)
  • Technotron
  • Wisdom Academy
  • Why did the Aztecs implement a standardized education across their empire?

    <p>To ensure every child received a quality education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some of the fields that Aztec children could enroll in after the age of 14?

    <p>Military institute and school for advanced astronomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the Maya use pure step pyramids?

    <p>To create physical representations of their calendar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguished the Aztec twin pyramids?

    <p>Each had two ramps for worship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were Inca structures exceptionally well-built?

    <p>The stones were cut precisely to fit perfectly together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Inca differ in their use of mortar compared to other American civilizations?

    <p>They didn't use mortar at all in their structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What made the Maya calendar system so intricate and complex?

    <p>It included a Long Count Calendar lasting thousands of years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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