Olmec Civilization Was Characterized by

question 14

Multiple Choice

Olmec civilization was characterized by

• A) a highly developed calendrical system.
• B) chronic warfare among Olmec states.
• C) the carving of stone sculpture that featured colossal heads.
• D) the practice of human sacrifice and ritual cannibalism on a massive scale.

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Definitions:

Social Changes

Transformations in the structure and functioning of a society, often brought about by cultural, economic, or technological developments.

Sensate Culture

Sorokin’s term for a society that interprets the social and physical world through the senses.

Spiritual Enlightenment

A state of heightened awareness and understanding, often associated with achieving a deep connection with the divine or the ultimate truth.

Exponential Growth

The adoption of a new technology or behaviour by the majority of the population.