Question 9 • FL-2109010-M/J World History A - Teacher Directed Resource
Read the passage.In Mayan cities, the most important buildings were constructed around a plaza, or open area, in the center of the city. Common people, or workers and farmers, had their homes on the edges of the city. The most important and valued people, such as priests, government leaders, and skilled workers, lived in the center. Also in the center of the city were the buildings that citizens needed access to, such as places of worship and governmental buildings. Some places of worship were also built near the center of the city.
Answer
A
Temples in ancient Mayan cities were open to all people.
B
A central plaza was the most important place in Mayan cities.
C
Government buildings were the largest structures in Mayan cities.
D
Homes for Mayan workers were located near the city’s plaza.
Explanation
The passage describes the city center as the location of the plaza, important buildings, and homes for valued people such as priests and leaders. Common workers and farmers lived on the edges, so the plaza area was the most important part of the city. The passage does not say temples were open to everyone or that government buildings were the largest.
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