Aztecs, Columbus, and World Geography

What was the capital city of the Aztec Empire?

• Chichen Itza

• Tikal

• Tenochtitlan

• Mayapan

In which year did Christopher Columbus set sail on his first voyage?

• 1500

• 1492

• 1485

• 1510

Which continent did Columbus mistakenly think he had reached?

• Asia

• Australia

• Europe

• Antarctica

What impact did Columbus' arrival have on the indigenous populations of the Americas?

• Cultural exchange

• Devastating impact - disease, violence, forced labor, cultural destruction

• Positive economic growth

• Peaceful coexistence

Name one major geographical feature of the world map.

• Mount Everest

• Nile River

• Pacific Ocean

• Amazon River

Who was the leader of the Aztecs when the Spanish conquistadors arrived?

• Moctezuma II

• Atahualpa

• Cortes

• Pizarro

What was the name of the ship Columbus commanded during his first voyage?

• Santa Maria

• Mayflower

• Pinta

• Nina

What was the significance of the Aztec calendar stone?

• It was a representation of the Aztec calendar system and used for ceremonial and religious purposes.

• It was used as a cooking utensil by the Aztecs.

• It was a form of currency for trade among Aztec tribes.

• It served as a weapon in Aztec battles.

How did Columbus' voyages contribute to the Age of Exploration?

• Columbus' voyages caused a decline in global trade

• Columbus' voyages led to the discovery of new continents

• Columbus' voyages contributed to the Age of Exploration by opening up new trade routes and sparking further exploration by other European powers.

• Columbus' voyages resulted in the spread of democracy

Which modern-day country was the Aztec Empire located in?

• Brazil

• Mexico

• Peru

• Canada