Which of the Following Was Not True of the Olmec

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not true of the Olmec civilization?

• A) The Olmecs developed a vast trade network extending as far south as Costa Rica.
• B) Olmec religion centered on the worship of feline gods.
• C) The Olmec were known for their highly developed masonry skills, as evidenced in the Great Pyramid.
• D) The Olmec were the most advanced of the Pre-Columbian Amerindians.
• E) The Olmec left behind large stone sculptures of heads, leaving us to ponder their purpose.

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