CFE Review - Pre-Columbian America (Inca)

What year did Pachacuti become the leader of the Incas and start expanding the empire?

• A) 1300

• B) 1440

• C) 1530

• D) 1500

Which statement best describes the initial status of the Inca civilization before its expansion?

• A) A large empire in northern Peru

• B) A small tribe in the mountains of southern Peru

• C) A coastal community in Chile

• D) A confederation of tribes in Colombia

What was the capital of the Inca Empire where the centralized government was led by an emperor?

• Machu Picchu

• Lima

• Cuzco

• Santiago

Who did the emperor of the Inca claim to be a descendant of?

• The Moon Goddess

• The Earth God

• The Sun God, Inti

• The Star Lord

How was the Inca Empire divided for administrative purposes?

• Into 10 provinces each ruled by a council

• Into 20 provinces each ruled by a governor

• Into 30 provinces each ruled by a king

• Into 40 provinces each ruled by a chief

What was the purpose of educating children of conquered tribes in Incan schools?

• To convert them to Incan religion

• To prepare them for military service

• To ensure there would be no rebellion or revolt

• To use them as laborers

What language were all conquered tribes forced to speak in the Inca Empire?

• Spanish

• Aymara

• Quechua

• Nahuatl

How long were all Incan men and women required to provide forced labor to the government each year?

• 2 weeks

• 4 weeks

• 6 weeks

• 8 weeks

What was the role of women in Incan society after marriage?

• They continued to work in the fields

• They were required to serve in the army

• They were required to stay at home and raise children and weave cloth

• They were allowed to take governmental roles

Who regulated marriages in the Incan society?

• The village elders

• The government

• Religious leaders

• Independent tribal councils