Lesson 70 of 84 · Colonization
⭐ 30 XPThe Maya Civilization
The Maya civilization was one of the most advanced cultures in Mesoamerica, flourishing between 250 AD and 900 AD.
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The Maya civilization was one of the most advanced cultures in Mesoamerica, flourishing between 250 AD and 900 AD. They inhabited regions that are now Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and parts of Honduras and El Salvador. The Maya are renowned for their achievements in writing, mathematics, and astronomy, as they developed a complex calendar system. Their cities featured grand pyramids, palaces, and vibrant marketplaces. The Maya practiced agriculture, growing crops like maize and beans, which supported their large population and intricate society.
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The Maya civilization flourished from 250 AD to 900 AD.
They developed a sophisticated calendar system.
The Maya built grand pyramids and cities.
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The Civil War begins
The Civil War ends; slavery is abolished
The Transcontinental Railroad is completed
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