Mayan Civilization: Religion, Gods, and Recreation

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What type of number system did the Mayans develop?

Hieroglyphs

Roman numerals

Tally marks (correct)

Arabic numerals

How did the Mayans record information and write stories?

Using Roman numerals

Using tally marks

Through Arabic numerals

By creating hieroglyphs (correct)

What did the Mayans study that led them to develop an accurate calendar?

Sun and planets (correct)

Weather patterns

Earth's rotation

Volcanic activity

What was the main crop cultivated by the Mayans?

Maize (corn) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of government ruled the Mayan city-states?

Ruled by a king Signup and view all the answers

What was the religion of the Mayans known for?

Polytheism Signup and view all the answers

What was the most popular game that the Mayans played?

Pok-a-Tok Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Mayans shape babies' heads using wooden vices?

To show their social status Signup and view all the answers

Which civilization was polytheistic and had over 150 different gods based on nature?

Mayans Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of Inca civilization that played a crucial role in maintaining their empire?

Paved roads Signup and view all the answers

What did the Incas develop that was essential for communication and transportation within their empire?

Paved stone roads Signup and view all the answers

What type of sports did the Mayans enjoy participating in?

Dancing Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of cacao beans in Aztec culture?

They were used as a form of tribute to Aztec gods Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of using passionflower in ancient Aztec culture?

For muscle relaxation and to help with spasms Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Tlachtli in Aztec civilization?

A ballgame that involved no use of hands and had religious importance Signup and view all the answers

What was the belief of the Aztecs related to the sun in their religion?

They believed one day the sun would erupt and violently end the world Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Aztec written language is true?

It primarily consisted of hieroglyphs or pictographs Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Inca scientific ideas?

Mayan mathematics and astronomy Signup and view all the answers