Topic 1.4 AMSCO Reading AP World

Question 1

The Inca numerical writing system was called Waru Waru

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

Current knowledge from American Civilizations come from all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

writings by Native Americans

Question 3

Aztec's believed human sacrifice was needed to atone for human sin

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

The Mississippian Culture has a matrilineal society.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

All of the following were reasons for Aztec decline EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

failure of chinampa agriculture techniques.

Question 6

The capital city of the Aztecs, Teotihucan, had limited access to water.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

Which of the following allowed the Inca to successfully consolidate political power?

Accepted Answer

Divided empire into FOUR provinces, Lack of property inheritance, Use of the mit'a system, Rewarded loyalty

Question 8

Which of the following caused the decline of the Mississippian culture? (btwn 1450-1600)

Accepted Answer

environmental issues caused farming problems, Diseases introduced by Europeans

Question 9

Which of the following was a way the Aztec successfully consolidated power

Accepted Answer

Established a social hierarchy, Created a theocracy, Developed a tribute system, Grouped city-states into provinces & moved warriors to capital

Question 10

Which gov't structure was used by the Mayans?

Accepted Answer

city-state

Question 11

Mississippian culture (circa 700-800 CE) were known for building_______ largest is Cahokia

Accepted Answer

Earthen Mounds

Question 12

All of the following were advancements made by the Mayans EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

built "floating gardens" for agricultural purposes

Question 13

The Chaco & Mesa Verde cultures were known for innovating architecture & technology to their dry environment

Accepted Answer

True

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