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Mesoamerica

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Mesoamerica Region extending across southern Mexico and most of Central America that was the home of the Olmecs, Zapotecs, Mayas, and Aztecs
Maize Corn that was originally grown in Mesoamerica. The basis of the Native American Diet.
Slash-and-Burn Agriculture Farming technique in which plants in a given area are cut down and burned to fertilize the soil for future use.
The Olmecs One of the first civilizations in the Americas that was located near the Gulf of Mexico and was known for a large trading network and colossal head sculptures.
Observatory Building designed to study the sky and outer space.
The Mayas Civilization in Modern-day Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, and Southern Mexico known for their architecture and layout of their cities, expansive food production, and their 365 Day calendar.
Chichen Itza Former Mayan city and archeological site in the Yucatan Peninsula featuring a famous pyramid known as El Castillo.
Yucatan Peninsula Piece of land occupied by the Mayans, which is in parts of present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize and separates the Caribbean Sea from the Gulf of Mexico.
Obsidian Black and sharp volcanic rock that was traded throughout the Mayan civilization.
The Aztecs Civilization and empire in central Mexico that transformed the landscape of Lake Texcoco, conquered nearby groups, and created a successful economy.
Chinampas Artificial (man-made) or floating gardens built by the Aztecs.
Tenochtitlan Capital city and religious headquarters of the Aztec Empire.
Moctezuma Aztec emperor who increased the power of the government and ruled over much of Mexico at the time the Spanish arrival but was eventually imprisoned and killed by the Spanish.
The Incas South American empire famous for building a network of roads and rope bridges, terraces, and the ancient city of Machu Picchu.
Andes Mountains Rocky and steep mountain range located along the western part of South America that was home to the Chavin and the Inca.
Machu Picchu Incan settlement located in the Andes Mountains that was called the Lost city of the Incas , and may have been used by Emperor Pachacuti (Unified the Incas)
Terraces Flattened sections of land along mountain slopes that are used to grow crops in uneven areas.
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