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sabina

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Question 1

Which of the following explains why civilizations on the scale of those of the Aztecs and Incas failed to emerge in the area that would become the United States?
 
  A) Volcanic eruptions occurred frequently.
  B) There were no rivers to support irrigation.
  C) Most of the land was uninhabitable.
  D) Agriculture was not as fully developed.

Question 2

According to the introductory video in section 1.3, which of the following describes the purpose of the potlatch?
 
  A) redistribute resources to achieve equality
  B) show off the wealth and power of the host
  C) honor warriors who died in battle
  D) establish the rulers divine status

Question 3

The Inca civilization developed a system of record-keeping using __________.
 
  A) potlatches
  B) quipu
  C) longships
  D) teepees

Question 4

Which civilization established an empire in the Andes Mountains of South America?
 
  A) Pueblo
  B) Maya
  C) Aztec
  D) Inca

Question 5

Which civilization emerged in the tropical forest of Central America about four thousand years ago?
 
  A) Maya
  B) Aztec
  C) Inca
  D) Viking


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SAUXC

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Reply #1 on: Sep 21, 2019

Answer 1

Answer: D

Answer 2

Answer: B

Answer 3

Answer: B

Answer 4

Answer: D

Answer 5

Answer: A


sabina

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Reply 2 on: Sep 21, 2019
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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