Review of Civilisations

The Aztec civilization began its rise in what is today central Mexico during which period?

• Early 14th century

• Late 10th century

• Mid 16th century

• Early 12th century

Aztec, n. a civilization that thrived in present-day central Mexico from _______ to _______ CE.

• 1325 to 1521

• 1200 to 1400

• 1000 to 1200

• 1500 to 1700

Nomadic, adj. moving around often in search of food; not _______ in one place.

• settled

• wandering

• lost

• traveling

The city of Tenochtitlán was unusual to the first Europeans that visited the city because:

• it was built on an island in the middle of a lake with canals and causeways.

• it was located in a desert with no water sources.

• it was made entirely of gold and silver.

• it was completely underground.

The city of Tenochtitlán was unusual because _______. (Refer to the passage: Tenochtitlán: City of Wonder)

• it was built on an island in the middle of a lake and had causeways and canals.

• it was located in a desert and had no access to water.

• it was famous for its gold mines and mountain fortresses.

• it was the first city to use electricity for lighting.

What is the meaning of the word 'causeway'?

• A type of boat used by the Aztecs

• A raised road built over water to connect islands to a mainland

• A network of canals

• A pyramid

The city of Tenochtitlán was unusual to the first Europeans that visited the city because:

• it was built on an island in the middle of a lake with canals and causeways.

• it was located in a desert with no water sources.

• it was made entirely of gold and silver.

• it was completely underground.

Fill in the blank: A ______ is a raised road built over water to connect islands to a mainland.

• causeway

• aqueduct

• bridge

• pier

The Aztec went to the trouble of building the gardens described in the text because:

• they wanted to create beautiful and useful spaces for growing food and plants.

• they needed more land for building houses.

• they wanted to keep animals in the gardens.

• they were required to by law.

What clothing did Aztec men and women wear according to the passage?

• Aztec men wore loincloths and cloaks. Women wore long skirts, blouses, and ponchos.

• Aztec men wore suits and ties. Women wore dresses and hats.

• Aztec men wore jeans and t-shirts. Women wore shorts and tank tops.

• Aztec men wore armor and helmets. Women wore tunics and sandals.