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What did the Maya develop in the ancient Americas?
What did the Maya develop in the ancient Americas?
- A complex writing system (correct)
- Advanced agricultural techniques
- Sophisticated trade networks
- Elaborate architectural styles
For what purposes did the Maya hieroglyphic writing system primarily serve?
For what purposes did the Maya hieroglyphic writing system primarily serve?
- Recording historical events, rituals, and dynastic lineages (correct)
- Navigational purposes for sea voyages
- Trade documentation and transactions
- Communication with other ancient civilizations
What combination of symbols did the Maya use in their writing system?
What combination of symbols did the Maya use in their writing system?
- Alphabets and numerals
- Logograms and syllabic symbols (correct)
- Pictographs and ideograms
- Phonetic symbols and punctuation marks
What has the decipherment of the Maya script enhanced greatly?
What has the decipherment of the Maya script enhanced greatly?