Flashcard on Ancient Civilizations Vocabulary

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What was the capital city of the Aztec Empire?

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Tenochtitlan

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What term refers to a partnership or union between groups?

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Alliance

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What is the name of the floating gardens used by the Aztecs?

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Chinampa

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What term describes a Spanish conqueror in the Americas?

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Conquistador

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What was the role of a 'chaski' in the Inca Empire?

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Messenger

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What were 'tambos' used for in the Inca Empire?

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Storage houses

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What is a 'quipu'?

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A counting tool

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Which civilization is known for its hieroglyphic script? Options: Maya, Inca, Aztec, Olmec

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Maya

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What is a 'glyph'?

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A symbol or character

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What are 'codices'?

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