Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 6–9
The Olmec Civilization Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-9 on the Olmec civilization. Students learn about the earliest major Mesoamerican civilization, famous for its colossal stone heads, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 6–9
Skill Focus
The Olmec Civilization, world history
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The Olmec were the earliest major civilization in Mesoamerica, living along the Gulf Coast of present-day Mexico from about 1200 BCE to 400 BCE and famous for their colossal stone heads. This worksheet teaches the key terms – Mesoamerica, colossal head, artifact, and mother culture.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the key terms. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Maya and Aztec civilization worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the key terms.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Maya Civilization Worksheet for a culture the Olmec influenced.
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The Olmec Civilization Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-9 on the Olmec civilization. Students learn about the earliest major Mesoamerican civilization, famous for its colossal stone heads, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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