Aztec Civilization Quiz

Where did the Aztec build the capital of their civilization?

• in Cuzco, in present-day Peru

• on an island in the Caribbean

• in Tenochtitlán, in present-day Mexico

• in the rainforests of the Yucatán Peninsula

Which word best describes the Aztec before they built their empire?

• farmers

• scientists

• wanderers

• conquerors

The Aztec were known for being __________ and __________. Select two correct answers.

• fierce warriors
• great conquerors
• talented musicians
• skilled road builders
• impressive memorizers

What was unusual about the Aztec capital Tenochtitlán?

• It was built on an island.

• It was built high in the mountains.

• It was surrounded by dense rainforest.

• It had a network of expertly built stone roads.

What was one reason the Aztec waged war so often?

• They needed more land for growing crops.

• They wanted to expand their empire and power.

• They were always under attack from their neighbors.

• They believed the gods enjoyed seeing humans fight.

Which of the following describes how the Aztec decided where to live?

• The Aztec decide that the eagle is a sacred animal.

• The Aztec understand that they are to become nomads.

• The snake becomes a sign of coming disaster for the Aztec.

• The sun god sends the Aztec a sign about where to build a great city.

In which area of the Aztec Empire was Tenochtitlán located?

• the south

• the north

• the east

• the west

Which phrases best explain the purposes of the Templo Mayor, or Great Temple? Select the two correct answers.

• to hold important government documents

• to celebrate the rulers

• to perform religious ceremonies

• to bury enslaved people

• to store food supplies for winter

Use the image to answer the question. What began occurring in the Aztec Empire during this leader’s reign?

• citizen revolts

• natural disasters

• appearances by the gods

• major infrastructure projects

On your own paper, write a well-organized paragraph in response to the following prompt: The strength of the Aztec Empire depended on its strong army. Use evidence from the chapter to support or refute this claim.