Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A sedentary civilization in South America that adapted to mountain environments through terraced agriculture and built large urban centers with sophisticated infrastructure.
AP course connection
Topic 1.2: 1.2 Native American Societies Before European Contact