Maya Civilization Study Guide
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These flashcards cover key concepts about the Maya civilization, including its geography, social structure, religious practices, agricultural methods, and eventual collapse.
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Where was the Maya civilization located?
The Maya civilization was located in modern-day Guatemala, Belize, and parts of Mexico.
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What writing and calendar systems did the Maya adapt?
The Maya adapted hieroglyphic writing and calendar systems from the Olmecs.
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What agricultural product allowed for permanent settlements in Maya civilization?
Farming maize allowed for permanent settlements in the Maya civilization.
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What type of architecture is associated with the Maya civilization?
The Maya built massive cities like Tikal using stone.
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Who were the rulers in Maya society?
The rulers in Maya society were known as god-kings.
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What role did priests and nobles have in Maya society?
Priests and nobles led rituals and were responsible for foretelling the future.
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What was the social hierarchy of the Maya civilization?
The social hierarchy included rulers, priests/nobles, merchants/artisans, peasants, and enslaved people.
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What was the significance of the jaguar in Maya religion?
The jaguar was a central figure in Maya religion.
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What is the Sacred Round in Maya culture?
The Sacred Round was a ritual calendar used to determine planting times and religious dates.
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What agricultural methods did the Maya use?
The Maya used terraces, raised-platforms, and slash-and-burn methods for agriculture.
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What was a major disadvantage of the slash-and-burn agricultural technique?
The major disadvantage was that it exhausted the nutrients in the land, rendering it unusable for several years.
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What reclaimed the southern lowland cities after the collapse of the Maya civilization?
The jungle reclaimed the southern lowland cities after the collapse.
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What are some theories regarding the collapse of the Maya civilization?
Theories include overpopulation, uncontrolled warfare, or outside invaders.
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What material did the Maya use to build lasting structures like those in Tikal?
The Maya built lasting structures out of stone.
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From which civilization did the Maya inherit the concept of hieroglyphics?
The Maya inherited the concept of hieroglyphics from the Olmec civilization.
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What tools were presented to a Maya girl at three months old?
A Maya girl was presented with weaving tools at three months old.
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What engineering method did the Maya use to farm steep mountain sides?
The Maya engineered terraces to create flat planting surfaces on steep mountain sides.
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What was the 260-day cycle used by priests in Maya culture?
The 260-day cycle was known as the Sacred Round, used to determine auspicious dates for agricultural tasks.
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What group in the Maya social pyramid performed manual labor and had no freedom?
The enslaved people performed manual labor, had no freedom, and were often prisoners of war.
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What food would a Maya person living in 1000 C.E. never have tasted?
A Maya person living in 1000 C.E. would never have tasted potatoes, as they were not introduced until the 1500s.
