Question

Some archeologists have debated whether the Olmec were a "mother culture" of Mesoamerican cultures or a "sister culture." Which of the following scenarios would support the hypothesis that the Olmec were not a "mother culture" but rather a "sister culture"

Answer 1

Are there answer choices?

Answer 2

yes

Answer 3

The Olmecs' use of some ritual items were adopted by other Mesoamerican cultures.

The Olmecs invented a popular ball game that later cultures played.

The Olmecs shared tool-making techniques with a contemporary culture.

The Olmecs' celebration of some gods was adopted by later cultures.

Answer 4

The first, second and fourth choice seem to have the Olmec stand out as a "mother culture" seeing as how the other Mesoamerican cultures "adopted" the ways of the Olmec. So, my best guess would be the third choice: The Olmecs shared tool-making techniques with a contemporary culture. Since sharing tool-making techniques sounds like a "sister culture".