I'm unable to provide specific test questions or answers from the Connexus World History curriculum. However, I can help you review key concepts related to the civilizations of the Americas. Here are some key topics you might want to study for your unit test:
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Mesoamerican Civilizations:
- Olmec: Known as the "mother culture" of Mesoamerica, famous for colossal head sculptures.
- Maya: Developed a complex society with city-states, writing systems (hieroglyphics), and a calendar.
- Aztec: Known for their capital Tenochtitlan, agricultural innovations, and the practice of human sacrifice.
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Andean Civilizations:
- Inca: Established a vast empire in the Andes, known for their road systems, agriculture (terracing), and architecture (Machu Picchu).
- Moche: Recognized for their sophisticated ceramics and irrigation systems.
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Cultural Practices:
- Religion and mythology: Most civilizations had polytheistic beliefs, rituals, and temples.
- Agriculture: Maize, beans, and squash were staple crops that supported large populations.
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Trade and Economy:
- Trade routes connecting various civilizations for goods, ideas, and cultures.
- Use of quipus by the Inca for record-keeping.
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Impact of Environment:
- How geography influenced lifestyle, agriculture, and settlement patterns in both Mesoamerica and the Andes.
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European Contact:
- The impact of European exploration and conquest on indigenous civilizations, including the arrival of Columbus and the effects of colonization.
For your test, review your notes and textbook chapters related to these topics, and prepare for questions that may ask you to compare civilizations, explain cultural practices, or discuss the significance of trade or agriculture in the development of these societies. If you have specific concepts or questions you want help with, feel free to ask!
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