Mexico's Fight for Independence

Why did the Aztec emperor Montezuma give the Spaniards gifts of gold and sliver?

• He wanted to trade jewelry for ships.

• He wanted to make the Spaniards feel welcome.

• He was paying the Spaniards for weapons.

• He was tricking the Spaniards into thinking he was friendly.

Which statement best explains why the Spaniards were interested in Mexico?

• They were greedy and wanted Mexico's riches.

• They thought Mexico was a great place for a vacation.

• They wanted land to grow more corn.

• They liked the Mexican people.

What bad things happened to the Aztecs after the Spaniards came?

• Their leaders were killed.

• They got diseases and died.

• Their wealth was taken away.

• All of the above.

What led to the start of the Mexican War of Independence against Spanish rule?

• The natives and Creoles wanted riches for themselves.

• Many people living in Mexico wanted to be free to govern themselves.

• There was not enough food to feed the Spaniards.

• The Spanish rulers killed the Aztec ruler Montezuma.

On which date is Mexican Independence Day celebrated?

• May 5

• September 18

• July 4

• September 16

How are Mexico's Independence Day similar to July 4 in the United States?

What did you learn about Mexican Independence Day that you didn't know before?

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