South American Natives

Question 1

Why was it unwise to commit a crime in these ancient civilizations?

Accepted Answer

Punishment was harsh., Punishment was public and designed to stop future crimes

Question 2

What purposes did a well-fed, equipped and strong army serve in South American tribes?

Accepted Answer

Defend the country from attack, Conquer new land for the leader

Question 3

What was floating garden farming/terrace farming? Why were they important?

Accepted Answer

Farms built on platforms of rock and soil., Farming in the mountains was difficult, Farming in a swamp was difficult

Question 4

How and why did the Mound Builders, Mayans, Aztecs and Inca worship gods?

Accepted Answer

to avoid a negative consequences, In temples and with statues and sacrifices, To explain the unexplainable, to help control everyday life

Question 5

What new ability made it easier for people to settle and not be constantly on the move? Why?

Accepted Answer

Farming- Didn't need to chase food.

Question 6

What was similar about the end to the Mayan, Aztec and Inca empires?

Accepted Answer

Conquered by a powerful invader, some Spanish

Question 7

What were some Inca engineering/building accomplishments?

Accepted Answer

temples, roads and bridges, jewelry, art, games

Question 8

Why do you think Machu Picchu survived destruction when Spain invaded and conquered the Aztecs?

Accepted Answer

it is located in the mountains, the city was located a mile or more up, too difficulty/costly for an invading force to be successful

Question 9

Who invented the calendar and why was it important?

Accepted Answer

Mayans-to have a safe flood season successful farming season

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