The Mayan civilization survived for hundreds of years in Central America despite the existence of drought conditions during the dry season from February to May. Which of the following statements most likely explains how the Mayans managed their society so it could thrive during dry seasons?
Canals were used to collect water during the rainy season so land could be imigated in the dry season
Reservoirs were used to capture rainfall during the rainy season and store it for use during the droughts
People abandoned cities during the dry season to live closer to major river systems
Famers used slash and bum techniques to make and more fertile