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Maya Civilization: Cities - Vocabulary & Concepts

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the cities of the Maya civilization, focusing on key vocabulary and concepts related to their urban centers.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Maya Civilization
#Standard
#Vocabulary & Concepts
#Cities
#Define key vocabulary related to Maya cities
#Explain the features of Maya urban centers
#Compare different Maya cities based on archaeological findings
#Outline the importance of cities in Maya society

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Maya Civilization: Cities - Vocabulary & Concepts

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Vocabulary Development

Source A: Excerpt from an archaeological report

'The ancient Maya built impressive cities with large pyramids, palaces, and marketplaces. These urban centers served as political, religious, and economic hubs for the civilization.' Provenance: Archaeological report by Dr. Jane Doe, 2020.

1.
Define the following terms: 'urban center', 'pyramid', and 'marketplace'. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain why Maya cities were important to the civilization. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Features of Maya Cities

Source B: Description from an archaeological study

'Maya cities typically included large pyramids, plazas, ball courts, and elaborate palaces. These features reflected the city's religious and political functions.' Provenance: Archaeological study by Dr. John Smith, 2018.

1.
Compare the features of Maya cities with those of other ancient civilizations. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Outline the main features found in Maya cities and their purposes. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

City Planning and Society

Source C: Summary from Maya archaeological research

'Maya cities were carefully planned with a central acropolis, surrounding residential areas, and agricultural zones. These cities supported complex social and political systems.' Provenance: Research paper by Dr. Emily White, 2019.

1.
Explain how the layout of Maya cities reflects their social organization. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the significance of city planning in the development of Maya civilization. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
D

Summary and Reflection

Reflect on how the physical features and layout of Maya cities helped them sustain a complex civilization. Consider aspects such as architecture, social organization, and cultural practices.

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Write a short paragraph summarizing the role of city features in supporting Maya society. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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