Aztec Civilization: Religion, Daily Life, and Architecture

Aztec Civilization: Religion, Daily Life, and Architecture

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Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was central to the Aztec belief system regarding the structure of the universe?

The present earth was the last in a series of creations, positioned between 13 heavens and 9 underworlds.

The earth was flat and surrounded by water.

The universe was infinite and ever-expanding.

The earth was the center of the universe.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which god was associated with war in the Aztec pantheon?

Huitzilopochtli

Tonatiuh

Tlaloc

Quetzalcóatl

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common practice in Aztec religion to ensure the stability of the universe?

Human sacrifice, particularly offering a victim’s heart to Tonatiuh.

Animal sacrifice to the rain god Tlaloc.

Offering gold and jewels to the sun god Tonatiuh.

Praying to Quetzalcóatl for peace.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary staple of the Aztec diet?

Maize

Rice

Wheat

Barley

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about Aztec education during their time?

Education was mandatory for all children, including slaves and girls.

Only boys from noble families received education.

Education was optional and based on family choice.

Girls were not allowed to attend school.