Questions
What region did the Olmec civilization develop in?
Mesoamerica
The Olmec used a form of writing.
True
Describe one achievement of the Olmec civilization and explain its importance.
The Olmec created large stone heads that demonstrated their advanced carving skills and their ability to organize labor for complex projects.
The Olmec civilization is believed to have influenced the _______ and _______ civilizations.
Maya and Aztecs
What are the Olmec best known for creating?
Stone tools
The Olmec civilization developed near large rivers.
True
Why do historians consider the Olmec an influential civilization?
The Olmec influenced later civilizations through their cultural developments, such as their calendar and religious practices, which were adopted by groups like the Maya. ental architecture
The large stone heads created by the Olmec are thought to represent ________.
rulers
The Olmec civilization is often called the “Mother Civilization” because:
They influenced many later Mesoamerican civilizations
The Olmec were known for their advanced shipbuilding techniques.
False
What crops did the Olmec primarily grow?
Maize, beans, and squash
The Olmec cities like San Lorenzo were located near _______ for farming and trade.
rivers
What material did the Olmec use to create many of their artifacts?
Jade, clay, basalt, and greenstone
The Olmec influenced later civilizations like the Maya and Aztecs.
True
The Olmec civilization began around what year?
1500 BCE
The Olmec believed the _______ was a powerful symbol connected to their religion.
jaguar
Which of the following Olmec centers was an important city?
San Lorenzo
The Olmec primarily lived in the Andes Mountains.
False
Which animal was a significant Olmec religious symbol?
The jaguar
The Olmec traded with other regions using goods like _______ and _______.
jade; obsidian