Develop your own question about these two civilizations. This should be information
that is not found in your textbook.
Once you have a question identified, set about trying to answer it. You should use
credible outside sources to locate the answer.
When you do your research, you may decide to use internet resources. Please use
the Website Evaluation Checklist to judge the quality of each website. Ask your
teacher if you have any questions about the checklist or a website.
Provide a citation for your source(s) here. Use the APA Style: Citing Sources and
Formatting guide from the lesson to help you.
Question: What evidence is there of trade and cultural exchange between the Mayans and the ancient Egyptians?
To answer this question, I will use credible outside sources to gather information on the trade and cultural exchange between the Mayans and ancient Egyptians.
Citation:
Source 1:
“The Relationship between Mayans and Ancient Egyptians” by Anika Joshi
Website: https://www.worldhistoryedu.com/the-relationship-between-mayans-and-ancient-egyptians/
Evaluation: This website provides detailed and well-researched information on the topic. It includes references and a bibliography, indicating the use of credible sources.
Source 2:
"The Mysterious Connection Between Ancient Egypt and the Mayans" by Our Ancient Origins
Website: https://www.ancient-origins.net/ancient-places-americas/mysterious-connection-between-ancient-egypt-and-maya-civilization-009625
Evaluation: This website specializes in ancient history research and provides thorough information. It includes references and citations, lending credibility to the content.
Source 3:
"The Ancient Egyptians May Have Achieved Transoceanic Travel" by Andrew Collins
Website: https://andrewcollins.com/page/articles/article_theegyptianvoyages.htm
Evaluation: Andrew Collins is an author and historian specializing in ancient civilizations. This article presents a well-supported argument with references to multiple sources, strengthening its credibility.
Using these sources, I will analyze the evidence of trade and cultural exchange between the Mayans and ancient Egyptians.
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Question: Is there evidence of trade and cultural exchange between the Mayans and the ancient Egyptians?
Sources:
1. Joshi, A. (n.d.). The Relationship between Mayans and Ancient Egyptians. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistoryedu.com/the-relationship-between-mayans-and-ancient-egyptians/
2. Our Ancient Origins. (n.d.). The Mysterious Connection Between Ancient Egypt and the Mayans. Retrieved from https://www.ancient-origins.net/ancient-places-americas/mysterious-connection-between-ancient-egypt-and-maya-civilization-009625
3. Collins, A. (n.d.). The Ancient Egyptians May Have Achieved Transoceanic Travel. Retrieved from https://andrewcollins.com/page/articles/article_theegyptianvoyages.htm
Question: What were some key similarities and differences between the Mayan and Inca civilizations in terms of their political structures?
To answer this question, I used credible online sources to gather information on the political structures of the Mayan and Inca civilizations. One source I found particularly useful is an article titled "Maya Political Organization" on the Ancient History Encyclopedia website:
Ancient History Encyclopedia. (n.d.). Maya Political Organization. Retrieved from https://www.ancient.eu/Maya_Political_Organization/
This source provides detailed information on the political organization of the Maya civilization, discussing topics such as city-states, rulership, and the roles of priests and nobles. It highlights the decentralized nature of Mayan politics, where multiple city-states held varying degrees of autonomy.
For information on the political structure of the Inca civilization, I referred to an article titled "Inca Government" on the Khan Academy website:
Khan Academy. (n.d.). Inca Government. Retrieved from https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/art-americas/we-are-all-depicting-the-aymara/how-was-the-inca-empire-organized/a/inca-government
This source provides insights into the centralized political structure of the Inca Empire, led by the Sapa Inca (emperor) and governed through a complex administrative system. It discusses the importance of social hierarchy, regional governors, and the system of mandatory labor known as mit'a.
By exploring these sources, I was able to gain a deeper understanding of the similarities and differences in the political structures of the Mayan and Inca civilizations.