The Aztecs

Who were the ruling people of the Aztec?

• Olmec

• Mexica

• Maya

• Inca

What were the Mexica looking for in Mesoamerica?

• A hawk in a tree eating a lizard

• An owl on a fencepost eating a mouse

• An eagle on a cactus eating a snake

• A falcon catching fish from the lake

What was the capital of the Aztec Empire?

• Tenochtitlan

• Lima

• Cuzco

• Miami

What lake surrounded the Aztec capital?

• Lake St. Claire

• Lake Ontario

• Lake Victoria

• Lake Texcoco

What modern city stands where Tenochtitlan was?

• Albuquerque

• Houston

• Cancun

• Mexico City

How was the Noble and Ruling class determined in Aztec society?

• Success in combat

• It was inherited from parents

• It could be purchased

• Annual Elections

Which citizens went to school in Aztec society?

• Only the rich

• Only warriors

• Everyone

• Only the men

Which drink did the Aztec invent?

• Soda

• Hot Chocolate

• Coffee

• Tea

Why did the Aztec become the most influential group in Mesoamerica?

• They were rich

• They were the best inventors

• They treated their citizens well

• They were great warriors

Which group did the Aztecs admire the most?

• The Maya

• The Olmec

• The Toltec

• The Inca