Question

The great ballcourt at chichen itza, the largest of its kind in mesoamerica, is flanked by temples to the north and south and has temples built into its east and west walls. what does this imply about the role of pok a tok in mayan culture?

Answer 1

Pok a Tok was a game of high religious importance.

Pok a Tok was a fast-paced ball game played by the Mayas. The game consists of 2 teams usually formed by one or two individuals who would try to cross a rubber ball through a hoop that was located 20 feet above the ground. A regular game would last numerous weeks as it had paused. This meant that the game would end once the ball goes through the ring, sealing the losing team's faith as it had to be sacrificed to the gods. This is why the filed was surrounded by temples.

Answer 2

Below are the choices that can be found elsewhere:

Pok a tok was an exclusive activity reserved for nobility.

Pok a tok was looked down on and children were discouraged from playing it.

Pok a tok had an important religious aspect in addition to its role as a sport.

Pok a tok was its own religion in Mayan culture.

The answer is Pok a tok had an important religious aspect in addition to its role as a sport.