ch. 8 culture

What was used as an ornamental plant when it first arrived in Europe because it was thought to be poisonous

Tomato

What was already a dietary staple in many Latin American countries centuries before the arrival of the Spanish

Corn

What was a staple food for the Incas, that they dehydrated so it could be stored for long periods

Potato

What plant was very important to the Aztecs and the Mayas (the plant used to make chocolate)

Cacao

What plant’s seeds were used as currency and as an ingredient in various sauces, and grounded to prepare a drink, mixing them with water—and chili peppers

Cacao

what are some examples of fruits native to the Americas that are known worldwide today

Avocados, guavas, papayas, pineapples, and passion fruit

what is the name of the inca corn drink

chicha

what natural disaster destroyed Antigua Guatemala in 1773

Santa Maria earthquakes

what is the national symbol for Guatemala

The Resplendent Quetzal (national bird)

What did the quetzal symbolize for the ancient Maya?

divinity, freedom, wealth, and the connection between earth and sky

What is the name of traditional clothing of guatemalans called

traje