https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a Period 2 - Annotated Timeline of Ancient Culture-SageAllison en-us 2020-11-11 17:39:10 UTC 2025-12-23 03:20:46 UTC hello@padlet.com sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/913719258 The first Maya settlements date back to about 1800 B.C. This civilization is unique, especially in their time, because they were peaceful and studied science. But the Maya culture began as heavily agricultural. This origin of Maya civilization is known as their Pre-Classic Period.]]> 2020-11-11 17:51:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/913719258 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/928663480 Because Mayans were great farmers, their food supply allowed the great Maya Empire to grow. They soon began creating amazing architectural structures like palaces, temples, and even pyramids. Most of these structures were religious, for the Mayan belief system was thriving during the Maya Classic Period. Architecture was a way for Mayans to establish their culture and create a lasting image of their power. These structures were a very valuable aspect of the Classic Period of the Maya Empire, and the rise of this successful era was caused by the increase in population.]]> 2020-11-16 18:40:22 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/928663480 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/928735448 Starting around 250 A.D., more and more Mayan cities grew. These cities were all interconnected, so trade was done all over Central and South America. Artwork and food were traded very often. Food was more available because farming became more efficient. Farmers grew a wider variety of foods and improved their work by studying the weather and, surprisingly, astrology. The geography of their regions varied from wetlands, mountainous regions, and heavily wooded areas. They would use three techniques depending on the terrain of the area. These strategies are known as raised field, terrace, and slash and burn. The advanced agriculture developed by Mayans is the main reason they rose and thrived in the Classic Period, but it may have been the reason for their downfall...]]> 2020-11-16 18:54:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/928735448 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/937792885 According to Maya religion, two brothers played this game against the lords of the underworld. The brothers lost and were then killed by the lords of the underworld. The brothers were reborn as the sun and the moon. After many centuries, this game became very popular. The rules remained consistent: there was a goal that looks like a vertical hula hoop, and a heavy ball was to be placed in the hoop without using your hands. The losers of the game were sacrificed. This tradition served the public as entertainment and as a connection to their roots and ancient, lasting culture. Like the Aztecs, the Mayans participated in traditions like these to honor and appease their gods

Fun fact: This Mayan sport might have been the origin of basketball.]]> 2020-11-18 17:16:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/937792885 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946258002 Because of the high population and extremely stable condition of Tikal, science became a more pursued study. The Mayans were actually well-known for their pursuit of scientific discoveries. Because their geography proposed problems, the Mayans used their scientific focuses to solve these issues. One main issue was access to clean water. So the Mayans built a very early water filtration system. Therefore the Maya civilization could thrive and grow for centuries to come.]]> 2020-11-20 17:29:45 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946258002 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946618483 Chichen Itza is famous for its central pyramid, El Castillo, built to serve the god, Kukulcan. It is clear now that religion drove the motivation for architecture and traditions. Soon, homes and businesses were built within a two mile radius. This city was packed with people and activity, and was supported by underground water systems to support its dense population. Soon, Chichen Itza became a city rich in culture and prosperity. Today, it serves as a tourist site, and is still revealing secrets of the Mayas to archaeologists. The history of this area and its breathtaking architecture provides an important perspective of the Maya civilization. Around this time, during the middle of the Maya's Classic Period, their society peaks in its growth. Their culture is the most prominent here, their populations are enormous, and they are more advanced than many other civilizations may be]]> 2020-11-20 18:47:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946618483 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946713910 Around this time marks the end of the Classic Period of the Maya civilization. Suddenly, this thriving culture nearly ceased to exist. Cities were abandoned, leaving behind their sciences and artistic masterpieces. Some theorize the Mayans were wiped out by disease. Others think they may have been victim to a natural disaster, invasion or civil war, droughts, famines, or overpopulation. What do you think could have happened? The video explains that the Mayans made mistakes in using the geography of their land. Could our society face decline if we don't learn from their mistakes?]]> 2020-11-20 19:08:36 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946713910 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946737469
Ancient History Encyclopedia. Ancient History Encyclopedia Foundation, 2020.
https://www.ancient.eu

History. A&E Television Networks, 2020. https://www.history.com

Biography. A&E Television Networks, 2020. https://www.biography.com]]> 2020-11-20 19:14:03 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/946737469 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/949705536 There would be one ruler for each heavily populated, and rapidly growing, city-state. This would allow a fair distribution of power within the Mayan territories. But what was unique about this distribution of power compared to most at the time is that men were not the only eligible rulers. At times, women took the place of the kings. Tensions between these city-states were rare and not severe, so trade and the exchange of ideas remained very active. As far as historians know, the Mayans were a very peaceful and sensible people. They did not participate in intense wars, nor were they described as "barbaric" like the Ancient Greeks. For the remainder of the Classic Period of the Maya, this remained their form of government.]]> 2020-11-22 13:43:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/949705536 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/949743408 Ancient Maya writing consisted of a less advanced form of writing, with drawings allotted on documents. But during the beginning of the Classic Period, the Maya writing system evolved into symbols, just like our current alphabet. The Mayans used their writing system often on stone monuments, telling stories or legends from their religion. Paintings were few but existent from Mayan cities, but carved illustrations in stone was more evident. The Mayans also had books, but they weren't very evident until the end of the Classic Period (around 900 A.D.).]]> 2020-11-22 14:09:59 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/949743408 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/954746893 Around this time, the Cretan and Minoan people roamed the island of Crete. This civilization developed rapidly, developing a writing system within the first few centuries. This island culture was also very involved in trade, interconnecting the people of the large island. The Minoans were also great artists, creating a wide variety of pots and containers. This was truly a developed and advanced ancient culture. Although the island was abandoned by the Minoans around 1700 B.C. (within their first 300 years), the island was later reached by the Ancient Greeks.]]> 2020-11-24 03:24:57 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/954746893 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/954780998 The Greeks disperse along the Mediterranean, settling in areas like the island of Crete (previously occupied by the Minoans), and expand their culture. Around this time, the Greeks develop into more gathered, organized societies, rather than their previous "savage" and "barbaric" state. Not only was Ancient Greece expanding, but the people were becoming part of a more powerful society.]]> 2020-11-24 03:49:23 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/954780998 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956548898 The ruthless Greek soldiers fight in awful and grueling battles to remain a dominant force along the Mediterranean. Against the people of Troy, the Greeks emerged victorious. This became on of their greatest victories, greatly expanding their reign. What contributed the most to their victory was their large and advanced navy. This war was not only great for power, but also for storytelling. The Iliad was a tale that spread throughout Greece and remains a famous work of art. It is about a man named Homer recalling his encounters as he traveled back to Greece from Troy.]]> 2020-11-24 15:14:26 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956548898 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956598617 Even though the Greek Empire had fallen, their stories and culture still survived through vocal storytelling. Until this time, that is how The Iliad was passed down. Finally, it was written on paper, thus Homer's story could live on. This was a huge victory for Ancient Greece and modern day readers. The document provided new insights on the Ancient Greeks and their lives during the Trojan War.]]> 2020-11-24 15:24:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956598617 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956656085 The Olympics began as competitions in honor of, or to satisfy, their god, Zeus. Unlike today, there was only one Olympics for every four years (there was no "Summer Olympics" or "Winter Olympics"). But it was similar in how athletes would compete and represent their people in events. The first written records of the Olympics dates to 776 B.C.]]> 2020-11-24 15:37:12 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956656085 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956719911 These city-states were of the most powerful Greek regions. They clashed against each other, and ended up going to great depths to achieve victory. On one hand, Athenians were viewed as civilized but powerful, and the Spartans were viewed as a more savage people. The war resulted in Sparta's favor, but weakened the Greeks as a whole. So did anybody really win this war?]]> 2020-11-24 15:50:31 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/956719911 sagechristopher007 https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/958553640 2020-11-25 03:29:03 UTC https://padlet.com/sagechristopher007/s4727qu3pko4538a/wish/958553640