Conquistadors

Who were the Conquistadors?

• Native farmers

• Spanish conquistadors

• Local merchants

• European explorers

Answer explanation

The Conquistadors were Spanish conquistadors who were soldiers, explorers, and adventurers who conquered and colonized much of the Americas in the 16th century.

What was the capital of the Aztecs?

• Mexico City

• Tenochtitlan

• Lima

• Cusco

Answer explanation

The capital of the Aztecs was Tenochtitlan, not Mexico City, Lima, or Cusco.

What was the most important god for the Aztecs?

• Agriculture god

• Sun god

• War god

• Rain god

Answer explanation

The most important god for the Aztecs was the Sun god, as the sun was seen as the source of life and energy in their culture.

What did Hernán Cortés do to show his men that there was no turning back?

• Burned his ships

• Gave them gold

• Gave them food

• Promised them land

Answer explanation

Hernán Cortés burned his ships to show his men that there was no turning back, ensuring they were fully committed to the mission.

Who was the Spanish conquistador who invaded the Inca empire?

• Francisco Pizarro

• Hernán Cortés

• Juan Ponce de León

• Pedro de Alvarado

Answer explanation

Francisco Pizarro was the Spanish conquistador who invaded the Inca empire, making him the correct choice.

From where did the Inca Empire govern?

• Machu Picchu

• Lima

• Tenochtitlan

• Cusco

Answer explanation

The Inca Empire governed from Cusco, which was the capital and administrative center of their vast empire.

What excuse did Pizarro use to attack the Incas?

• Violation of a treaty

• Surprise attack

• Insult to the flag

• Rejection of a gift

Answer explanation

Pizarro used the excuse of 'Rejection of a gift' to attack the Incas.

What did Pizarro do with Atahualpa after receiving the promised treasure?

• He executed him

• He released him

• He made him king

• He sent him to Spain

Answer explanation

After receiving the promised treasure, Pizarro executed Atahualpa.

What city did Pizarro establish as the new capital of the Inca empire?

• Cusco

• Machu Picchu

• Tenochtitlan

• Lima

Answer explanation

Pizarro established Lima as the new capital of the Inca empire.

What was the main reason for the conquistadors to travel to the New World?

• Obtain wealth

• Expand trade

• Seek adventures

• Find new lands to populate

Answer explanation

The main reason for the conquistadors to travel to the New World was to obtain wealth, making it the correct choice among the options provided.