Aztec Society

The structure of the Aztec society tells us what was important to the Aztec people because:

• It was based on a hierarchical system with the emperor at the top, indicating the importance of leadership.

• It was centered around agriculture, showing the significance of farming.

• It focused on trade and commerce, highlighting the value of economic activities.

• It emphasized religious practices, reflecting the importance of spirituality.

What was important to the Aztec people according to the structure of their society?

• Religion and rituals

• Trade and commerce

• Military conquest

• Art and culture

The Aztecs had a strong belief in fate. How might a belief in fate affect the action of an emperor?

• It might lead the emperor to make decisions based on omens and prophecies.

• It might cause the emperor to ignore all advice from his counselors.

• It might encourage the emperor to focus solely on military conquests.

• It might result in the emperor abdicating the throne.

What is the role of the Emperor in the social hierarchy?

Which class in the social hierarchy held most of the political power and wealth?

Fill in the blank: Only about 10-15 percent of the population belonged to the _______.

• upper class

• middle class

• working class

• lower class

Who worked as scribes, government officials, and teachers in the social hierarchy?

Fill in the blank: Anyone who was not a noble belonged to the _______ class.

• ______

• merchant

• artisan

• peasant

What title did the Aztec emperor hold that means 'Great Speaker'?

• Huey Tlatoani

• Tlatoani

• Huey Speaker

• Great Tlatoani

The emperor was at the top of ______ society.

• Aztec

• Mayan

• Inca

• Olmec