30 Questions
Based on the text, what crops did the Maya grow according to fossilized plant remains?
Avocados, grass species, corn or maize
How did the Maya create elevated fields for their crops?
By building canals between wetlands
What techniques were used to survey the wetland system of the Maya according to the text?
Google Earth and remote sensing techniques
What did the Mayan commoners use to map their cosmology and record their history?
Domestic ceramic with its color, placement, and association with other artifacts
How did Mayans incorporate their advanced understanding of astronomy?
Into their temples and other religious structures
What was the purpose of the canals built by the Maya between wetlands?
To divert water and create new farmland
What are the names of the ceremonies celebrated by the Maya in the highlands of Guatemala during the Haab month of Wayeb?
Sac Ha’, Cha’a Chac, Wajikol
How many days does the Tzolk’in calendar consist of?
260 days
What is the significance of the Tzolk’in matching nine cycles of the Moon?
It aligns with human gestational periods
When does a combination like '1 Imix'' repeat in the Tzolk’in calendar?
After 260 days
What event takes place during the Wajxaqib’ B’atz’ ceremony celebrated every 260 days?
Initiation of new Day Keepers
Which region celebrates the new year ceremony called Wajxaqib’ B’atz'?
Highland areas of Guatemala
What did the Inca Civilization use solar pillars for?
To mark solar events like sunrise and sunset
What was the purpose of the night time calendar developed by the Inca?
To mark days for celebrating festivals
What was the significance of the daytime calendar for the Inca?
It helped them in managing mining and agricultural activities
What celestial phenomena were recorded, registered, and predicted by the Inca using their calendar?
Solstice, equinox, and other events
In what area did the Inca Empire excel according to the text?
Architecture
How did the Inca manage to excel in various areas according to the text?
With limited resources and knowledge
What is the main focus of the research by Flagel (2020) regarding Aztec fevers?
The role of magic in treating Aztec fevers
In Inca astronomy, what elements were crucial according to Gullberg (2019)?
Horizon, light, and shadow
What aspect of the Maya civilization does Holbrock (2016) primarily focus on?
Mayan calendar and writing systems
According to Jarus (2017), what aspects of Maya civilization are discussed in his article on Live Science?
Maya's history, culture, and religion
What is the primary topic covered by Hawkins (2020) in 'The Calendar System'?
Significance of celestial bodies in Maya calendar calculations
What is the central theme discussed in Herrero's (2012) article on changing climate and the Maya?
Impact of climate change on the Maya civilization
What agricultural practice developed by the Incas is still used around the world today?
Complex irrigation systems
Which crop, initially cultivated by the Incas, was later introduced to Europe and is now a common product worldwide?
Potatoes
What system developed by the Incas helped in maintaining a fresh food supply even out of season?
Freeze and dry system
What aspect of nature did the Incas incorporate into their temples and shrines due to their solar worship?
Sun
What type of structure did the Incas possess the technical ability to use their celestial knowledge with?
Shrines
Which term refers to the Inca's shrine as mentioned in the text?
Huacas
Test your knowledge on the medical practices and magical beliefs in pre-Columbian civilizations such as the Inca, Aztec, and Maya. Explore the empirical medical knowledge, magical rituals, and the cultural significance of healing practices in these ancient societies.
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