Early People
The first people in North America came from what continent__________
Asia
What happened to the great civilization of the Maya?
People began leaving the cities, which then became empty. It's a mystery why they left.
How did the Incas grow crops on the steep slopes of mountains?
They built gardens that were like steps going up the slopes.
What, besides guns, killed the Aztecs?
The smallpox disease.
How did the first people get to America __________
walked over the land bridge
Who had to serve in the Aztec army?
boys between the ages of 17 and 22.
What was Columbus's great idea?
He thought he could sail west across the Atlantic Ocean to find a shortcut to the Indies.
What city was built on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, after Cortes destroyed it?
Mexico City
What did the early Americans learn how to do that let them stop wandering and settle down_________.
farm
Why was the city of Tenochititlan difficult to build?
It was in a swampy area or lake and had to be connected by bridges and canals.
Who finally gave Columbus the money for ships and a crew?
Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain
What conquistador conquered the Incas?
Pizzaro
Where did the Maya live and build their great cities?
the rain forests of Central America
To what god did the Incas think they were related?
They thouhght they were related to the sun god.
Why did Columbus call the people he met Indians?
He thought he had landed in the Indies.
What year did Columbus sailed his route?
1492
What were some thigs the Mayan did very well?
They were very good at building, at math, making a calendar, studying the stars, writing and farming.
Where did the Incas live?
They lived all along the Andes Mountains in South America.
Who were the conquistadors?
Men who came from Spain to conquer lands and get rich.
Girls served in the Aztec army.
true or false
false