Vocab 8

2. The capital city of the Incan Empire.
6. A South American empire in the Andes known for roads, terraces, and Machu Picchu.
7. A powerful civilization in central Mexico known for Tenochtitlan and large temples.
8. An ancient Mesoamerican civilization known for pyramids, writing, and calendars.
10. Aztec “floating gardens” built on lake surfaces for farming.
11. A traditional gate marking the entrance to a sacred Shinto area.
13. A long mountain range along the western coast of South America.

1. The capital city of the Aztec Empire, built on an island in a lake.
3. A tall, tiered temple building used for worship.
4. A Japanese religion focused on nature spirits and ancestor worship.
5. Farming – Farming on carved steps built into hills or mountains.
7. Belief that spirits exist in nature, including animals, plants, and natural objects.
9. An Incan record‑keeping tool made of knotted strings.
12. A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas.