Aztec Empire Quiz

Two earlier groups had a strong influence on the Aztecs. Which two groups were they?

• Teotihuacáns and Toltecs

• Tepanecs and Culhuas

• Mexica and Itzcoatl

• Tollán and Tenochtitlán

What was the name of the Aztecs' legendary homeland?

• Aztlán

• Teotihuacán

• Chapultepec

• Tenochtitlán

Which city the Aztecs built in the Valley of Mexico?

• Teotihuacán

• Tollán

• Chapultepec

• Tenochtitlán

What did the Aztecs consider the Toltecs to be?

• Their ancestors

• Their enemies

• Rulers of a golden age

• Their gods

Why did the Aztecs decide to settle on an island in Lake Texcoco?

• They were pushed there by stronger groups

• They thought it was an excellent location for their city

• They were drawn by the abundance of fish and water birds

• They saw an eagle perched atop a cactus with a long snake in its beak

Once in Tenochtitlán, the Aztecs served as mercenaries for which civilization?

• Teotihuacáns

• Toltecs

• Tepanecs

• Culhuas

What was the name of the alliance formed by Tenochtitlán?

• Triple Alliance

• Aztec Empire

• Toltec Rule

• Teotihuacán Coalition

What did Itzcoatl do to reshape Aztec history?

• Burned records that referred to his people's humble origins

• Connected the Aztecs to the distinguished Toltecs

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What city was known as the 'City of the Gods'?

• Teotihuacán

• Tollán

• Chapultepec

• Tenochtitlán

What was used to build the Pyramid of the Moon?

• Volcanic rock and limestone

• Gold and silver

• Marble and granite

• Wood and clay