Inca Civilization and Culture

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Where the Inca built their civilization

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South America

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The sun god for the Inca

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Inti

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Knotted string used to keep records

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Quipu

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Steplike ledges cut into mountains and used for farming

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Terraces

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The way people live (food, music, clothing)

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Culture

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What did the Incas do with extra food?

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They stored it in warehouses to be used during times of need or drought.

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Describe how the Inca used llamas.

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They were used for transportation (carrying loads), wool for clothing, and sometimes meat.

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Which explorer was responsible for the fall of the Inca?

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Francisco Pizarro

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Describe the Sapa Inca.

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The emperor or king, who was believed to be 'related' to the sun god, Inti.

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What were the small groups that the Inca were broken down into?

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Ayllu