Aztec Civilization Quiz

What was the common language spoken by the Aztec tribes?

• Spanish

• Nahuatl

• English

• Mayan

What was the name of the Aztec capital city?

• Tenochtitlan

• Chichen Itza

• Machu Picchu

• Teotihuacan

What was the main purpose of the large ceremonial temple in the Aztec capital city?

• To serve as a marketplace

• To house the king

• To perform sacrifices to please the gods

• To store food supplies

Who led the Spanish expedition that conquered the Aztecs?

• Christopher Columbus

• Francisco Pizarro

• Hernan Cortes

• Ferdinand Magellan

The disease that the Spanish brought that contributed to the end of Aztec dominance was (a)  

• Malaria
• Smallpox
• Influenza
• Bubonic plague

What were the Aztecs known for in terms of their skills and professions?

• Only farming

• Only fishing

• Only crafting

• Hunting, fishing, farming, crafting, and artistry

What did the Aztecs use their calendar for?

• To track the seasons

• To keep track of festival days

• To plan their farming activities

• To navigate their travels