Mayan Civilization Achievements
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Mayan Civilization Achievements

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How many days did the ritual calendar used in Mesoamerica have?

  • 260 days (correct)
  • 180 days
  • 300 days
  • 365 days
  • What was a unique feature of the Maya's written language?

  • It had over 1000 letters.
  • It consisted of about 800 glyphs. (correct)
  • It was spoken only, not written.
  • It used only numbers.
  • What unusual capability did the Mayans demonstrate in their construction?

  • They constructed temples without essential tools like metal. (correct)
  • They used advanced metal tools.
  • They built cities using only wood.
  • They relied on modern machinery for construction.
  • What aspect of the Mayan calendar is similar to modern calendars?

    <p>Each day bore a name, similar to our days of the week.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the products believed to be produced by the Maya?

    <p>Rubber products</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Mayan Achievements

    • Developed an accurate calendar used in Mesoamerica, with a unique 260-day count.
    • Each day in the calendar had a distinct name, similar to modern days of the week, represented by 20 symbols.
    • Created a written language consisting of approximately 800 glyphs or symbols, each representing a word or syllable.
    • The glyphs could be combined in numerous ways to convey complex ideas.

    Mayan Architecture and Innovations

    • Built elaborate temples and great cities without the use of metal tools.
    • Believed to have produced rubber products, showcasing their advanced technical skills.

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    Explore the remarkable achievements of the Mayan civilization, including their innovative calendar, written language, and architectural feats.

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