Aztec Society Quiz (Chapter 7&8) Study Guide

Explain how the Aztec’s altered the geography around them, and used the natural land as a way to improve their ability to survive and create their city?

• The Aztecs built chinampas, or floating gardens, to increase agricultural production.

• The Aztecs constructed large stone pyramids to worship their gods.

• The Aztecs relied solely on hunting and gathering for their food supply.

• The Aztecs built large walls to protect their city from invaders.

In what ways were the worldviews of the Aztecs the same as the Europeans? In which ways were they different?

• The Aztecs and Europeans both had polytheistic religions, but Europeans believed in a single God.

• Both the Aztecs and Europeans practiced human sacrifice as a religious ritual.

• The Aztecs had a cyclical view of time, while Europeans had a linear view.

• Both the Aztecs and Europeans had similar agricultural practices.

The Aztec were a people of war – How did this determine the worldview of its people? What are some important pieces of information regarding the Aztec warfare culture?

• The Aztec's worldview was shaped by their belief in the necessity of war for religious and political reasons, and they developed a highly structured military culture.

• The Aztec's worldview was primarily influenced by their agricultural practices, with little emphasis on warfare.

• The Aztec's worldview was shaped by their trade relationships, focusing on economic prosperity rather than warfare.

• The Aztec's worldview was influenced by their isolation from other cultures, leading to a peaceful society.

Religion played a significant role in the life of the Aztec people, particularly through the practice of what?

• Human Sacrifice

• Agriculture

• Trade

• Art

Know the role of each class of the social hierarchy of the Aztec. Be able to label the hierarchy.

• Nobles, Commoners, Serfs, Slaves

• Warriors, Priests, Merchants, Farmers

• Kings, Nobles, Warriors, Slaves

• Priests, Warriors, Farmers, Artisans

What are the two schools in Aztec society? What are the main goals of education for the Aztec’s? (What are they preparing their children for)

• The two schools are Calmecac and Telpochcalli, and the main goals are to prepare children for religious and military roles.

• The two schools are Calmecac and Telpochcalli, and the main goals are to prepare children for agricultural and trade roles.

• The two schools are Calmecac and Telpochcalli, and the main goals are to prepare children for artistic and cultural roles.

• The two schools are Calmecac and Telpochcalli, and the main goals are to prepare children for political and leadership roles.

What does the term 'Compulsory' mean in the context of Aztec society?

What is a 'Chinampa' and how was it used by the Aztecs?

Define 'Telpochcalli' in the context of Aztec education.

What role did 'Calpoli' play in Aztec society?