Pre-Columbian Americas Quiz
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What percentage of the population in the Americas is estimated to have died from disease before the 17th century?

  • 50%
  • 30%
  • 90% (correct)
  • 70%
  • Which of the following cultures was part of the Triple Alliance in Central Mexico?

  • Hopi
  • Incas
  • Chimor
  • Aztecs (correct)
  • What led to the consolidation of the Hopi population into larger urban centers in the late 13th century?

  • Economic growth
  • Cultural expansion
  • Severe drought (correct)
  • Increased warfare
  • Which major center was located in Peru and conquered around 1470?

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

    Which culture is not associated with the Southwestern U.S.?

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

    What is the primary focus of Hopi culture?

    <p>Reverence for all things and harmony with nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the upper apartments in Hopi houses typically accessed?

    <p>Via outside ladders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about Pueblo architecture is true?

    <p>The term 'Pueblo' means 'village' in Spanish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material is commonly used in the construction of Hopi dwellings?

    <p>Stone and mud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the Acoma Pueblo from other settlements?

    <p>It controlled a vast region south and east of the Hopi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event in 1453 marked the decline of Venice?

    <p>The fall of Constantinople to the Ottomans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which family was instrumental in controlling major banking systems in Europe during the Renaissance?

    <p>The Medici family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant effect of scholars fleeing Constantinople?

    <p>They revived classical knowledge in Northern Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What infrastructure development is noted as an example of grand ambitions in Florence?

    <p>The Dome of the Duomo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country established alliances with the Ottomans to gain access to trade routes during the Renaissance?

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

    What characterized Ottoman cities like Istanbul during this era?

    <p>Tolerance for non-Muslims and major trade centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dynasty emerged as a competitor to the Ottomans in Persia?

    <p>The Safavid dynasty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major historical figure was known for heavily investing in infrastructure and challenging Ottoman dominance?

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

    What significant architectural project was established in Beijing during the early Ming Dynasty?

    <p>The Forbidden City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was a key focus of the Ming government's maritime activities?

    <p>Diplomatic engagements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological advancements did the Ming Dynasty develop for increased productivity?

    <p>Water-mills and irrigation systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of silver imports on the Chinese economy during the Ming Dynasty?

    <p>Economic dependence on overseas currency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cultural tradition from China influenced Japan during the 14th century?

    <p>Zen Buddhism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which early Ming emperor relocated the capital to Beijing?

    <p>Zhu Di</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Ming Dynasty's population compare to European populations during the same period?

    <p>Larger than European populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason behind Ming naval exploration?

    <p>To enhance trade and development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the Mexica's observation of celestial bodies?

    <p>To understand natural cycles and seasonal changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was significant about the orientation of the Templo Mayor?

    <p>It aligned precisely with the equinoxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the dimensions of the calendar stone that was unearthed in 1790?

    <p>1.2 meters thick and 3.6 meters in diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary figure is depicted on the face of the calendar stone?

    <p>The sun god</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much did the calendar stone weigh when it was discovered?

    <p>24 tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did sachems play in Native American villages?

    <p>They acted as leaders or chiefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures were used for habitation in Iroquois villages?

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

    What was a significant misconception held by Europeans regarding Native American land ownership?

    <p>All land was communal and not owned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to the Eastern coast population in 1616?

    <p>It was sharply reduced by a European-introduced epidemic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of food did Native American tribes primarily rely on?

    <p>A combination of hunting, fishing, and agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were the wetus adapted to the environment?

    <p>They were covered with waterproof materials in winter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common agricultural practice among Native American tribes?

    <p>Clearing areas for corn cultivation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant characteristic of Iroquois village design?

    <p>Villages were surrounded by palisades.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was Tenochtitlán founded?

    <p>1325</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two deities were honored at the top of Templo Mayor?

    <p>Tlaloc and Huitzilopochtli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant feature of Tenochtitlán's urban planning?

    <p>A gridded network of streets and canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure consistently dominated the ceremonial center of Tenochtitlán?

    <p>Templo Mayor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the population of Tenochtitlán at its peak?

    <p>200,000 inhabitants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times did Templo Mayor undergo reconstructions?

    <p>Seven times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary method used by the Mexica in their religious practices?

    <p>Human sacrifices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical feature did the Mexica create to support their city?

    <p>A drained swamp area</p> Signup and view all the answers

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