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Native American civilizations across the Americas developed unique cultures and ways of life, each adapted to their specific environments. In North America, hundreds of different peoples created diverse societies that were often connected by long-distance trade networks. In the eastern forests, Native American groups formed villages and engaged in a mixed economy of hunting, fishing, and farming, with maize (corn) being a staple crop. In contrast, people in the Great Plains led a nomadic lifestyle, relying on bison hunting and other animals for survival. In the arid desert southwest, Native Americans built permanent towns and practiced agriculture, often using advanced irrigation techniques to sustain their crops.

To the south, several advanced civilizations and empires arose. The Maya, who dominated Central America, built impressive stone cities and large temples before AD 900. They developed a sophisticated writing system and a remarkably accurate calendar, showcasing their advanced knowledge in mathematics and astronomy. Following the Maya, the Aztecs expanded their empire in what is now Mexico. They established a vast and powerful civilization with their capital city, Tenochtitlan, located where modern-day Mexico City stands. The Aztecs created a highly organized society, with a complex political and religious system, and they were known for their monumental architecture and achievements in art, engineering, and agriculture. Farther south, the Inca civilization flourished in the Andes Mountains of South America. The Inca built an extensive empire, which lasted until the early 1500s, that stretched across a large portion of western South America. Their empire was characterized by large cities, a highly efficient administrative system, and impressive engineering feats such as the construction of extensive road networks and terraced farming. The Aztec and Inca civilizations, both remarkable in their own right, were eventually conquered by the Spanish in the early 16th century, marking the end of these powerful empires in the Americas.

CIVILIZATIONS IN THE AMERICAS

1. From the information above, it can be inferred that:
   A. The Maya meticulously recorded days and years.
   B. Native American tribes in North America had minimal interaction with one another.
   C. Native Americans never resided in large cities.
   D. Indigenous peoples in Central America did not create a writing system.

1. From the information above, it can be inferred that:

✅ A. The Maya meticulously recorded days and years.
🟩 Explanation: The Maya developed a sophisticated calendar system and were known for their detailed record-keeping related to astronomy, time, and ceremonial cycles.