Misc.
What are the 3 Empires/ Civilizations?
Mayan, Inca, Aztec
Name 3 Characteristics of the Mayan Pyramids
Smaller, decorative and detailed
Where was the Inca Empire was located
Completely in South America
Why did they build "FLOATING GARDENS?"
Not enough Land
What empire is located fully in South America?
INCAS
Where are the 3 Empires/ Civilizations located?
South America
What type of information did the Mayans record?
Calendar- to predict eclipses
Mathematics- number system
Importance of living on top of a mountain
Collect water from the rain and snow
It was an advantage in battles
Easier to observe enemies
What were the people of Aztec known as?
The " People of the Sun".
Who believed in many gods?
Mayans, Aztecs' and Incas'
What is the exact date Mayans predicted?
December 21, 2012
How was the Mayan sport played?
No hands or feet, can't let the ball fall, try and get it into circular stone.
How did the Inca record information differently than other cultures
The tied knots into different colored string or rope to record information
What is one reason why the Aztec civilization grew so large?
Because of Farming
Who developed the Calendar?
Mayans
What happened if prisoners lost at Pitz?
They would be executed.
What did the Mayans predict?
2012 Doomsday
What did the Inca value most in their culture
Clothing
When did the Aztec empire Fall?
in 1521
Who developed the Mathematics number system?
Mayan
Why were humans sacrificed in many different cultures and Civilizations?
Kept the gods happy.
What Style of writing did the Mayans use?
Hieroglyphs
Why did the Inca choose not to use money?
Because the government provided the people with everything they needed- food, clothing, tools and shelter.
What is the Capital City of the Aztecs?
Tenochtitlan
Who played Pitz?
Mayan's