Question 1:

Question

Question 1:

Which ancient civilization in the regions we have studied this unit, developed a complex writing system known as hieroglyphics?(1 point) Responses:
Aztecs
Maya
Inca
Olmecs
Question 2:
What is one environmental issue facing Middle America today?(1 point)
Responses:
Desertification
Deforestation
Overpopulation
Pollution

Answer 1

Question 1:

Maya

Question 2:
Deforestation

Answer 2

Question 3:

Which trade agreement aimed to reduce tariffs and increase trade between Canada, Mexico, and the United States?(1 point) Responses:
NAFTA
EU
ASEAN
OPEC
Question 4:
Which island nation in the Caribbean has faced a trade embargo from the United States for decades?(1 point)
Responses:
Puerto Rico
Jamaica
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Question 4 Part 2: Which of the following describes and embargo?(1 point)
Responses:
A celebration of cultural diversit
A temporary cessation of hostilities between two countries
A government order restricting trade with restricting trade with another country
A system of government ruled by a single individual

Answer 3

Question 3:

NAFTA

Question 4:
Cuba

Question 4 Part 2:
A government order restricting trade with another country

Answer 4

Question 5:

What was one of the purposes of the Mayan pyramids?(1 point)
Responses:
Religious ceremonies
Housing for the highest class
Military defense
Agricultural storage and irrigation
Question 6
Part 1:
What is slash and burn agriculture?(1 point)
Responses:
A method of farming where crops are grown in tall buildings
A technique of farming where fields are burned to clear land for planting crops
A type of irrigation system used by ancient civilizations
A method of fishing using nets and spears in shallow water
Part 2: Which Middle American civilization was known for practicing slash and burn agriculture?(1 point)
Responses:
Aztecs
Maya
Inca
Olmec and Zapotec

Answer 5

Question 5:

Religious ceremonies

Question 6 Part 1:
A technique of farming where fields are burned to clear land for planting crops

Question 6 Part 2:
Maya

Answer 6

Question 7:

How did the Spanish colonization impact the culture of the indigenous peoples in Middle America?(1 point)
Responses:
It led to the preservation of indigenous languages and traditions
It caused the complete eradication of indigenous cultures.
It resulted in cultural diffusion, blending indigenous and Spanish customs
It had no impact on indigenous cultures

Question 8:
Why did the Spanish explore Middle America?(2 points)
Responses:
To establish trade routes with Asian countries
To spread Christianity and convert indigenous peoples
To search for lost cities of gold and riches
To learn about the local plants and animals

Answer 7

Question 7:

It resulted in cultural diffusion, blending indigenous and Spanish customs

Question 8:
- To spread Christianity and convert indigenous peoples
- To search for lost cities of gold and riches