Cultural Influences on the Aztec and Spanish

Which ancient civilization is known as the "Mother Culture" of Mesoamerica and influenced the Aztecs?

• Maya

• Olmec

• Inca

• Zapotec

What was one of the main religious influences of the Olmec civilization on later Mesoamerican cultures?

• Monotheism

• Feathered serpent deity

• Sun worship

• Ancestor worship

Which architectural feature did the Aztecs adopt from the Teotihuacan civilization?

• Pyramids

• Aqueducts

• Temples

• Palaces

The Spanish worldview was significantly influenced by which group during their occupation of the Iberian Peninsula?

• Romans

• Moors

• Vikings

• Celts

What was an aspect of the cultural exchange between the Aztecs and other Mesoamerican civilizations?

• All are correct

• Exchange of religious beliefs

• Sharing of military tactics

• Development of a common language

What was a significant legacy of the Olmec civilization in terms of art?

• Stone carvings of jaguars

• Colossal stone heads

• Gold jewellery

• Painted murals

Which of the following was a major influence of the Moors on Spanish architecture?

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What was a primary reason for the Aztecs' admiration of the Teotihuacan civilization?

• Their military conquests

• Their advanced writing system

• Their urban planning and architecture

• Their agricultural techniques

Which of the following was a cultural practice shared between the Aztecs and the Toltecs?

• Human sacrifice

• Monotheistic worship

• Use of chariots

• Democracy

What was a significant contribution of the Moors to Spanish cuisine?

• Introduction of potatoes

• Use of saffron

• Cultivation of maize

• Introduction of chocolate