Maya Technology Adoption

Grade 645 minutesAERO Standards for Social Studies 8.8.a Explain prerequisites for the adoption of a particular technology (social need, social resources, cultural attitude, etc.)

Learning Objective

I can explain the factors that led the Maya to adopt certain technologies while rejecting others, connecting this to their society and culture.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Describe two specific technologies or advancements the Maya developed, as mentioned in the video.

2. The video mentions that cocoa beans were used as a form of money. What does this suggest about the value the Maya placed on cocoa?

3. Explain how the Maya number system and calendar system were connected to their understanding of astronomy.

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Exploring Maya Civilization for Kids: Ancient Mayan Culture Documentary for Children - FreeSchool

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