7th U2 L1-12

What were the main motivations of the Spanish conquistadors in their interactions with the native civilizations of Mesoamerica?

• To establish trade routes

• To spread Christianity

• To learn new agricultural techniques

• To explore new lands

How did the Aztecs adapt to their environment to develop agriculture?

• By building terraces

• By using irrigation systems

• By creating floating gardens

• By domesticating animals

The role of religion in the lives of the Mayans was significant because it influenced their architecture and calendar.

• It was a minor aspect of their culture

• It influenced their architecture and calendar

• It was separate from their daily life

• It was only practiced by the elite

How did the Incas maintain control and communication across their vast empire?

• By using a system of roads and messengers

• By relying on local leaders

• By using written language

• By establishing trade posts

What were the key factors that contributed to the decline of the Aztec Empire?

• Natural disasters

• Spanish conquest and disease

• Internal rebellions

• Economic collapse

Image of an ancient pyramid surrounded by trees, possibly representing a Mesoamerican civilization.

• Mayan civilization

• Ancient Egyptian civilization

• Roman civilization

• Greek civilization

The Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, was known for its:

• Location in the Andes Mountains

• Extensive network of canals and chinampas

• Lack of any significant religious structures

• Primarily hunter-gatherer lifestyle

The Mayan civilization achieved significant advancements in:

• Ironworking and weaponry

• Domestication of horses

• Written language and mathematics

• Seafaring and navigation

The Incan Empire was located primarily in:

• Central Mexico

• The Yucatan Peninsula

• The Andes Mountains of South America

• The Amazon rainforest

Which of the following was a significant factor in the decline of both the Aztecs and Incas?

• Arrival of the Spanish conquistadors

• Prolonged periods of drought

• Invasion by nomadic tribes from the north

• Internal rebellions and civil wars