First major civilization in Mesoamerica.

Region including southern Mexico and Central America.

Meaning of 'Olmec' in the Aztec language.

Massive Olmec carvings, over 9 feet tall.

Olmecs traded jade, obsidian, and rubber.

Farming of maize, beans, squash, and cacao.

Ceremonies and offerings made to gods.

Played with religious significance in Olmec culture.

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Olmecs

Question	Answer
Olmecs	First major civilization in Mesoamerica.
Mesoamerica	Region including southern Mexico and Central America.
Rubber People	Meaning of 'Olmec' in the Aztec language.
Giant Stone Heads	Massive Olmec carvings, over 9 feet tall.
Trade Networks	Olmecs traded jade, obsidian, and rubber.
Agriculture	Farming of maize, beans, squash, and cacao.
Jaguar God	Jaguar God
Rituals	Ceremonies and offerings made to gods.
Ball Game	Played with religious significance in Olmec culture.