The History of the Mexica Empire

What does the term 'Aztecs' originally mean?

• People of the Sun

• Warriors of the North

• Children of the Eagle

• Those who come from Aztlán

Which city did the Mexicas establish in 1325?

• Tlaxcala

• Texcoco

• Tenochtitlán

• Tlacopan

What was the main reason for the Mexicas' success in forming the Triple Alliance?

• Their large population

• Their wealth in gold

• Their strong military and diplomatic skills

• Their advanced technology

What was the primary purpose of the high taxes imposed on conquered city-states?

• To support the poor

• To fund religious ceremonies

• To enrich the nobility and maintain military power

• To build new cities

Who was the Mexica emperor known for constructing impressive temples?

• Cuitláhuac

• Huitzilopochtli

• Moctezuma II

• Moctezuma I

What was the main form of trade in the Mexica economy?

• Gold exchange

• Credit system

• Barter system

• Currency-based trade

What did Moctezuma II believe about the arriving Spanish?

• They were allies from another tribe

• They were gods returning to Earth

• They were traders from Europe

• They were invaders to be fought

How did Hernán Cortés manage to communicate with the Mexicas?

• Through translators like Jerónimo de Aguilar and La Malinche

• He learned their language

• Through written messages

• Using sign language

What event is referred to as the 'Noche Triste'?

• The night the Mexicas celebrated their victory

• The night the Spanish forces were largely destroyed

• The night Moctezuma was crowned

• The night the Spanish first arrived

What major factor contributed to the fall of Tenochtitlán?

• A severe drought

• A massive earthquake

• A rebellion within the Mexica

• A smallpox epidemic