- 1. The Pre-Columbian era refers to the time period in the Americas before the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. It encompasses the diverse cultures, civilizations, and societies that existed in North, Central, and South America prior to European contact. During this time, advanced civilizations such as the Maya, Aztec, and Inca thrived, developing complex systems of agriculture, architecture, art, and governance. The Pre-Columbian era saw the rise and fall of numerous civilizations, each with their own unique traditions, beliefs, and achievements. This period is characterized by the rich history and cultural heritage of indigenous peoples in the Americas, whose legacy continues to influence the world today.
Which civilization built Machu Picchu in Peru?
A) Maya
B) Olmec
C) Inca
D) Aztec
- 2. Which civilization is known for constructing step pyramids like El Castillo at Chichen Itza?
A) Maya
B) Olmec
C) Aztec
D) Inca
- 3. What was the capital city of the Aztec Empire?
A) Tikal
B) Tenochtitlan
C) Machu Picchu
D) Cuzco
- 4. Which tribe inhabited the Four Corners region of the United States, known for their cliff dwellings?
A) Iroquois
B) Cherokee
C) Sioux
D) Anasazi
- 5. Which people are associated with the enormous earthen mounds at Cahokia in present-day Illinois?
A) Hohokam
B) Ancestral Puebloans
C) Mississippian culture
D) Toltec
- 6. Which civilization had a practice of human sacrifice at the Templo Mayor in their capital city?
A) Inca
B) Aztec
C) Maya
D) Olmec
- 7. What was the capital city of the Chimu Empire in Peru?
A) Tenochtitlan
B) Cusco
C) Chan Chan
D) Tikal
- 8. Who established the great city of Caral, one of the oldest known urban centers in the Americas?
A) Norte Chico civilization
B) Chavin
C) Moche
D) Wari
- 9. Which culture lived in the coastal desert of northern Peru and is famous for their ceramics?
A) Chimu
B) Paracas
C) Moche
D) Inca
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