Exploring the Aztec Civilization

What was the primary purpose of the Aztec tribute system?

• To trade goods with neighboring tribes

• To collect resources and wealth from conquered regions

• To establish diplomatic relations

• To spread Aztec religion

Which agricultural technique did the Aztecs use to maximize their farming output in Tenochtitlan?

• Terrace farming

• Chinampas

• Slash-and-burn

• Crop rotation

What was the significance of the snake, cactus, and eagle in Aztec culture?

• They were symbols of the Aztec gods

• They represented the Aztec calendar

• They were part of the Aztec creation myth

• They were an omen for the location of Tenochtitlan

How did the Aztec architecture reflect their religious beliefs?

• By using only natural materials

• By building structures aligned with celestial bodies

• By constructing large temples for sacrifices

• By decorating buildings with animal motifs

What role did Montezuma play in the Aztec Empire during the Spanish invasion?

• He was a military general

• He was the emperor

• He was a religious leader

• He was a diplomat

Which Spanish conquistador led the expedition that resulted in the fall of the Aztec Empire?

• Francisco Pizarro

• Hernan Cortez

• Vasco Núñez de Balboa

• Ferdinand Magellan

What was the impact of smallpox on the Aztec population?

• It had no significant impact

• It strengthened their immunity

• It caused a massive decline in their population

• It led to the development of new medical practices

How did the Aztecs use codices in their society?

• To record historical events and religious practices

• To communicate with other tribes

• To create maps for navigation

• To teach children mathematics

What was the primary function of Aztec temples?

• To serve as marketplaces

• To act as fortresses

• To conduct religious ceremonies and sacrifices

• To house the emperor

Which of the following was a key feature of Aztec agriculture?

• Use of metal plows

• Irrigation systems

• Chinampas or floating gardens

• Domestication of horses