I. The Mayan Mesoamerican civilization (Northern Central America and Mexico)
a. Complex language
i. allowed for records of historical events to be made
b. Competed for resources
c. Diverse and productive agriculture
d. Cities that rivaled Roman ones
II. Classic-Era Culture and Society in Mesoamerica, 200-900
a. Mesoamerican Civilizations
i. Unified by religion, culture, and social structures ii. Had different languages iii. Had many achievements in agriculture, science/astronomy, math, politics, trade, and religion iv. Cities were centered around religion
v. Organization helped in achievements, rather than new technology
b. Teotihuacan
i. An important city that was 30 miles northeast of