Aztec Empire Quiz

What was the capital city of the Aztec empire?

• Tenochtitlan

• Chichen Itza

• Machu Picchu

• Cuzco

What was a particularly strong Aztec warrior called?

• Eagle warrior

• Dragon warrior

• Lion warrior

• Bear warrior

What was the main material used in the buildings of Aztec nobles?

• Adobe and stone

• Wood and straw

• Brick and mortar

• Marble and granite

What was the Aztec empire known for?

• Fierce warriors

• Peaceful negotiations

• Advanced technology

• Rich literature

What did boys in Aztec society train to become?

• Warriors

• Farmers

• Priests

• Merchants

What was the population of the Aztec empire when they met the Spanish?

• About 6 million people

• About 2 million people

• About 10 million people

• About 500,000 people

What type of work did common people in Aztec society usually do?

• Lived in small grass huts

• Managed trade routes

• Built temples

• Crafted jewelry

What was the original name of the Aztecs?

• Mexica

• Inca

• Maya

• Olmec

What farming method did the Aztecs develop?

• Terrace farming

• Crop rotation

• Floating gardens

• Planting the Same Crops

What is an example of a Nahuatl word used in English?

• Potato

• Tomato

• Banana

• Mango