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?

    <p>Maize (corn)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of government ruled the Mayan city-states?

    <p>Ruled by a king</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the religion of the Mayans known for?

    <p>Polytheism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the most popular game that the Mayans played?

    <p>Pok-a-Tok</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To show their social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Mayans</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Paved roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Paved stone roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of sports did the Mayans enjoy participating in?

    <p>Dancing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of cacao beans in Aztec culture?

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

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

    <p>For muscle relaxation and to help with spasms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Tlachtli in Aztec civilization?

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

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

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

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

    <p>It primarily consisted of hieroglyphs or pictographs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of Inca scientific ideas?

    <p>Mayan mathematics and astronomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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