The Mayans
Why did Mayan priests wearing masks and costumes?
Mayan priests wearing masks and costumes to scare away demons.
What were the rulers of ancient Egypt called?
The rulers of ancient Egypt were called pharaohs.
What are four common ingredients in Korean food?
Four common ingredients in Korean food are rice, vegetables, meat (such as beef, pork, and chicken), seafood, tofu, soy sauce, and fermented foods
What is the difference between dormant volcano and and extinct volcanoes?
A dormant volcano has not erupted in a long time, but might erupt in the future. Extinct volcanoes are unlikely to erupt ever again.
What amazing animal has been attacking boats in Europe (specifically in Gibraltar) since 2020 to protect their "sea land"?
Orca (Killer Whale)
How did the Mayans show their respect and loyalty to their gods? (3 possible answers)
The Maya would dance, sing and sometimes make offerings of blood to the gods to demonstrate their respect and loyalty.
What was at least one reason the ancient Egyptians settled by the Nile River?
Crops grew well and people could live off what they had grown. They could also fish, bathe and drink from the river. The river was great for transporting goods from place to place.
What is Buchaechum?
Buchaechum is a fan dance where dancers gracefully manipulate large fans, creating beautiful shapes and patterns that represent flowers, birds, and nature.
What is The Ring of Fire?
The Ring of Fire is a path along the Pacific Ocean that has lots of active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. Most of Earth’s volcanoes are found in this area.
Which people were also called "Norsemen" or "Northmen"?
Vikings
Why did they Mayans believe they should give some of their blood to their gods?
The Mayans believed that the gods gave their own blood to create humans, so on special occasions the rulers would return the favor by offering their blood to the gods.
What job did most ordinary ancient Egyptians have?
Most ordinary Egyptians were farmers. They worked on the lands that belonged to the pharaoh.
When was Hangul made?
Hangul was made during the Joseon Dynasty.
What can happen when tectonic plates push on each other?
Tectonic plates can push on each other and move under or over each other to make mountains. When one plate is pushed underneath, it gets hotter and the rock can melt into magma. When this magma is pushed up to the surface, a volcano is made.
What amazing animal is very useful in controlling mosquito and cockroach numbers in homes?
What 5 countries did the Mayans used to live in?
Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador
What do we call the ancient Egyptian way of writing that uses pictures instead of letters?
Hieroglyphs or Hieroglyphics
What was special about the turtle ship?
Its top was covered with iron spikes resembling a turtle's shell, providing protection against enemy attacks. It featured multiple cannons, a unique steering mechanism and was oar-powered.
What are the four types of volcanoes?
stratovolcanoes, shield volcanoes, cinder cones and lava domes
Which two countries did the Vikings come from in Europe?
Norway and Sweden
What did Chac, the rain god, do?
The rain god brought the rain needed to make crops grow, created storms, thunder and lightning.
The rain god also caused wars and human sacrifice
Why did the ancient Egyptians leave only the heart in the mummy and take out all the other organs?
The heart was left in the body because the
ancient Egyptians believed that it was weighed by the gods. If the heart was light, it passed the test, meaning you could enter the Land of Two Fields in the afterlife.
What is Hanjeongsik?
It is a traditional Korean banquet-style meal featuring a wide array of dishes, including rice, soup, meat, fish, vegetables, and various side dishes. It showcases the richness and diversity of Korean cuisine.
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What is escargot, and which country is it from?
Escargot are snails, and the dish is from France.