Multiple Choice
Which of the following is true of Maya kings?
A) They claimed to be descended from the gods, and conducted rituals to appease the gods and prevent the universe from collapsing.
B) They received annual tribute from conquered populations, and allowed lesser nobles to earn privileges and acquire control over conquered resources by helping the king.
C) They competed with one another to determine who was the greatest among them, using war to subdue unruly neighbors as well as to demonstrate their ability to prevent chaos in the world.
D) All of the answers are correct.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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