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What was the mother culture of the peoples of Central America?
Olmec
Who were the people were located in central Mexico and were at the height of the civilization during the Spanish conquest?
One of the first people to ever live in Central America are the Olmec. The Olmec are sometimes called the mother culture of Central America, for the next civilizations to prosper after the decline of the Olmec were influenced by the Olmec religious techniques and other things. After the Olmec came the Maya civilization and then the Aztec civilization.
What is earliest known civilization in Mexico?
The earliest known Mexican civilization is the olmec
Where were the Olmec and Chavin located?
Central America.
What is the oldest civilization of Central America?
Chichen Itza
Why did Olmec culture spread to other parts of Mexico and Central America?
They were the first civilization in North America, and were able to domesticate corn (maize), beans and chilies. This allowed for greater populations and eventual expansion into Southern Mexico, the Yucatan Peninsula and Central America.
What ancient indigenous people live in central America?
The first ancient indigenous people who lived in Central America were the Olmec's. The Mayans were also native to Central America.
How did Olmec culture spread?
the Olmec culture spread by trade centerso
Did olmec or Maya culture develop first?
olmec
What time period did the Olmec group thrive in?
1200-400b.c
Which native american group was the first to build cities in the new world?
The Olmecs of Central America
Who produced the first chocolate in America?
Native Americans, probably the Olmec people (South Central Mexico).
