Crucigrama The Mayan and Aztec EmpiresVersión en línea This crossword helps students learn key terms about the Mayan and Aztec civilizations. Using the clues, students will complete words related to the culture, religion, and architecture of these ancient empires. A fun way to review and strengthen vocabulary! por NAYDELEN ELIZABETH IBARRA ZAVALA 1 Famous Mayan archaeological site in Yucatán. 2 Capital of the Aztec empire located on Lake Texcoco. 3 Structure used in religious ceremonies by both civilizations. 4 Important role in Aztec society; trained to protect the empire. 5 Advanced time-keeping system developed by the Mayans. 6 Important god in Mesoamerican mythology, worshiped by the Aztecs. 7 Common ritual in Aztec culture to honor their gods. 8 God to whom the Aztecs dedicated many of their rituals. 9 Writing system of the Mayans. 10 Essential crop for Mesoamerican civilizations. 11 Type of architectural structure used by the Mayans and Aztecs. 7 9 8 5 3 11 10 6 4 2