Question

what is the gist of the part of the passage in the box?
maya people built huge and beautiful structures without planning ahead.
maya people farmed, traded, and built amazing cities without modern tools.
maya people crafted simple tools like wagons, pipes, and hoses by hand.
maya people traded all kinds of goods without trucks or wagons.

Explanation:

The gist should summarize the main activities and achievements of the Maya people. Option B encompasses farming, trading, and city - building without modern tools, which is a broad summary. Option A is incorrect as there is no indication of lack of planning. Option C only focuses on tool - crafting. Option D only focuses on trading.

Answer:

B. Maya people farmed, traded, and built amazing cities without modern tools.