The Rise and Fall of the Aztecs

What was the capital city of the Aztec Empire?

• Tenochtitlán

• Cholula

• Mexico City

• Yucatán

Which of the following crops was NOT raised by the Aztecs?

• Maize

• Wheat

• Avocados

• Beans

Analyze how the introduction of smallpox affected the Aztec population.

• It had no significant impact on the population.

• It caused a minor decrease in the population.

• It led to a significant decline in the native population.

• It increased the population due to immunity development.

Determine the meaning of the word "commission" as used in the context of Hernán Cortés' exploration.

• A group of people appointed for a specific task

• A formal written warrant granting the power to perform various acts or duties

• A fee paid to an agent for services

• A military rank

Compare and contrast the presentation of the Aztec Empire's decline in the text with another historical account you have read.

• The text provides more details about the Spanish conquest.

• The text focuses solely on the Aztec culture.

• The text and the other account both highlight the role of disease.

• The text does not mention the role of Hernán Cortés.

What was the impact of Moctezuma's decision to welcome Cortés into Tenochtitlán?

• It strengthened the Aztec Empire.

• It led to the capture of Moctezuma and the decline of the empire.

• It resulted in a peaceful alliance with the Spanish.

• It had no significant impact on the Aztec Empire.

Determine the central idea of the text regarding the fall of the Aztec Empire.

• The Aztec Empire was primarily destroyed by internal conflicts.

• The Spanish conquest and diseases led to the fall of the Aztec Empire.

• The Aztec Empire fell due to a lack of resources.

• The Aztec Empire was abandoned by its people.

Analyze the impact of the word choice "thriving" in describing the Aztec Empire before 1519.

• It suggests the empire was struggling.

• It indicates the empire was prosperous and successful.

• It implies the empire was isolated.

• It shows the empire was declining.

What was the significance of the Aztec calendar?

• It was used solely for religious purposes.

• It helped in agricultural planning and rituals.

• It was a decorative artifact with no practical use.

• It was a tool for navigation.

Explain how the Aztec Empire continues to impact modern Mexico.

• The Aztec Empire has no influence on modern Mexico.

• The Aztec Empire's influence is seen in Mexico's flag and cultural heritage.

• The Aztec Empire's influence is limited to ancient ruins.

• The Aztec Empire's influence is only in historical texts.