Week 4 - Aztec Review

What was a common punishment for breaking a law regarding clothing in Aztec society?

• Death

• Fines

• Imprisonment

• Community service

What did Aztec children learn at school?

• Religion, cooking, and crafts

• Science, mathematics, and history

• Languages, arts, and sports

• Technology, engineering, and medicine

How were Aztec gods honored during religious ceremonies?

• Through silent meditation.

• By offering food and crafts.

• With human sacrifices.

• By singing hymns.

What was the significance of the Aztec calendar in their daily life?

• It was used only by priests for religious events.

• It was used to determine agricultural activities.

• It had no practical use; it was purely artistic.

• It was used to schedule wars.

The Aztecs were feared warriors and built a great empire by:

• being kind to everyone
• conquering many tribes
• giving gifts to others

Why were Aztec nobles punished more harshly than commoners for similar crimes?

• Commoners had more political power
• Aztec nobles were considered less valuable to society
• Commoners were more likely to commit crimes
• Higher standard of behavior and setting an example for society

What was the primary goal of Hernán Cortés when he arrived in Mexico?

• To explore new lands for Spain

• To establish trade relations with the Aztecs

• To conquer and claim land for the Spanish crown

• To learn about Aztec culture and technology

How did the Aztecs initially react to the arrival of Cortés and his men?

• They attacked them immediately

• They welcomed them as gods

• They tried to negotiate peace

• They ignored their presence

What role did tribute play in the Aztec economy during their expansion?

• It was insignificant.

• It was primarily used for religious purposes.

• It was a major source of wealth and goods for the Aztec empire.

• It was used to fund military expeditions only.

How did the Aztec military contribute to their empire's expansion?

• By establishing diplomatic relations only

• By acting as peacekeepers among conquered tribes

• By leading aggressive campaigns to subdue other tribes

• By providing labor for agricultural development