Maya Social Structure

Having no rights or privileges, who were the lowest level of Mayan society?

Who were the only members of the Mayan society who could read and write?

Who had the highest authority in the Mayan Social Structure?

The peasants filled what role in Mayan society?

Which ancient American civilization did we talk about most this week?

Who traveled by seas, rivers, ocean, and roads to trade goods from other city-states?

What is a reason that a person would become a slave?

With no middle class, merchants and craftsmen were either

These people worked jobs in civil service, as military leaders, and as business leaders.

This group was special, they didn't fall into any class really.

Fights and wars were common between Maya cities because

Other than the ruling family, these people were the most powerful and lived a life of luxury.

Who made up the bulk of Maya society?