🗺️ Part 1: Locating Ancient Civilisations

1. Which ancient civilisation lived in the Andes Mountains?

Maya

Aztec

Inca

2. The Maya and Aztec civilisations were both located in:

Mesoamerica

The Andes

North America

Europe

3. Which of these are types of historical sources that help us learn about ancient civilisations? (Tick all that apply)

Artefacts (old objects)

Reconstructions of buildings

Written records

Our own guesses

4. Fill in the blanks using the words: Maya, Aztec, Inca

The _____________ built Machu Picchu high in the mountains.

The _____________ built pyramids in the jungle.

The _____________ built their capital city on a lake.

🔍 Part 2: Evidence and Daily Life

5. What is the difference between evidence and guessing when studying history?

6. Choose ONE ancient civilisation (Maya, Aztec, or Inca). List two pieces of evidence that show how people lived in daily life:

My chosen civilisation: _________________

7. Name one enduring object or structure from your chosen civilisation and explain what it tells us about life in the past:

8. For your Canva project, complete this planning guide:

My civilisation: _________________

One cultural invention or work:

One agricultural or trading feature:

9. Write one sentence explaining why your chosen civilisation is important to study:

10. What makes a good historical source reliable? Give one reason: