Inca Empire Knowledge Assessment

The video explores the Inca Empire, which was the largest in the Americas before European arrival. It stretched from Colombia to Chile, with Cusco as its capital. The Incas were skilled architects and had a well-organized government. They expanded their empire through diplomacy and military might, offering benefits to those who joined. However, the empire fell quickly in the 16th century due to Spanish conquest led by Francisco Pizarro.

Where did the Inca civilization flourish?

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Andes Mountains

• The Himalayas

• The Alps

What was the capital city of the Inca Empire?

• Machu Picchu

• Lima

• Quito

• Cusco

What language did the Incas spread throughout their empire?

• Aymara

• Portuguese

• Quechua

• Spanish

How did Inca craftsmen ensure their stone buildings were sturdy?

• Using wooden frames

• Using metal reinforcements

• Using cement

• Cutting stones to fit perfectly

What was the primary method the Incas used to expand their empire?

• By building alliances with Europeans

• By offering gifts and protection

• Through religious conversion

• Through trade agreements

What was the form of tax called that required people to work on public projects?

• Mita

• Tribute

• Levy

• Tithe

What was one of the benefits of joining the Inca Empire?

• Access to European goods

• Freedom from taxes

• Protection from enemies

• Autonomy from the central government

Who led the Spanish conquest that resulted in the fall of the Inca Empire?

• Hernán Cortés

• Christopher Columbus

• Francisco Pizarro

• Pedro de Alvarado

What advantage did the Spanish have over the Incas during the conquest?

• Advanced weaponry and horses

• Larger army

• Support from other native tribes

• Better knowledge of the terrain

By what year was the Inca society completely destroyed?

• 1552

• 1532

• 1572

• 1542