Aztec Civilization Flashcards

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According to the legend, what sign were the Aztec people told to look for by the sun god

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An eagle with a snake in its beak perched on a cactus

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By the early 1500s, approximately how many city-states did the Aztec Empire control

Back

400-500 city-states

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What was the main reason for Aztec performed human sacrifices

Back

To help the sun god have strength to rise each day

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According to the Aztec beliefs, how many times had the world been created and destroyed before the current world

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Four times

Front

What was unique about how Tenochtitlán's was built

Back

It was built on an island in a lake

Front

How did the Aztec create their floating gardens

Back

They piled mud from the lake bottom in shallow areas

Front

What was a codex used for in Aztec society

Back

Recording information and keeping lists

Front

What happened when Moctezuma II entered a room

Back

People threw themselves face down.

Front

What was the approximate size of the Great Temple's base

Back

100 yards wide.

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What items did conquered peoples send as tribute to Tenochtitlán.

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Various items including precious metals, food, and crafts.