1.      The first complex society in which they used stone tools, a counting system, and an early government.  They were also called the “Rubber People”.

1.      This civilization began on the Yucatan Peninsula.  They believed people derived from blood and corn and that disfigured bodies represented nobility.  They also excelled in math, science, and calendar planning.  Their nickname was the “Great Green Thumb”.

1.      This civilization was the strongest and most feared in the land.  They held psychological advantages over their enemies.  They had an elaborate administrative system.  Also, sacrificing was a common practice in believing in that the more people sacrificed the better.  

1.      This civilization made great advancements in medicine such as a cure for malaria and spinal injuries.  They had massive road systems and political structures.  It was known as the “Land of the Four Quarters”.

1.      The prince who claimed that “it is better to be feared than loved.”

1.      Period of time in which 2 types of plagues wiped out millions of people and also many farming communities.

1.      The names of 2 people that united 2 principle territories in Spain.

1.      The idea that if you were born into a peasant family, you were a peasant your whole life.  You were indefinitely tied to certain social statuses.  This idea ended with what?

1.      Explorer who lived in China for 17 years and wrote elaborate stories in a journal about how amazing life was.  When he returned, he brought back many luxury items.

1.      This man believed that when found, the discovery would usher in the 2^nd coming of Christ.

1.      This invention made printing books and pages much easier.  Also the text could be printed in English allowing more people to read it.