Exploring the Inca Empire's Rise and Fall

The video explores the Inca civilization, highlighting its sophisticated road networks, religious beliefs, governance, and artistic achievements. It discusses the expansion of the Inca Empire, its societal structure, and the eventual decline due to Spanish conquest and internal strife. The video also emphasizes the Inca's engineering prowess and cultural practices.

What was the capital city of the Inca civilization?

• Cusco

• Machu Picchu

• Quito

• Lima

Which god did the Incas believe created the world?

• Viracocha

• Kila

• Inti

• Supe

What was the primary role of the Sapa Inca?

• Head Farmer

• High Priest

• Absolute Ruler

• Chief Architect

How did the Incas keep records without a writing system?

• Carving on stones

• Oral tradition

• Painting on walls

• Using quipus

What was the main purpose of the Inca road system?

• Agricultural transport

• Tourism

• Religious processions

• Trade and communication

Which material did the Incas not use for their buildings?

• Gold

• Clay

• Stone

• Mortar

What was unique about Inca textiles?

• Used synthetic dyes

• Woven from bamboo fibers

• Highly decorated and status symbols

• Produced by machines

How did the Incas contribute to agriculture?

• Invented plows

• Developed terrace farming

• Used chemical fertilizers

• Introduced new crops

What led to the decline of the Inca Empire before the Spanish arrival?

• Natural disasters

• Over-expansion

• Rebellions and diseases

• Economic collapse

Who captured Atahualpa during the Spanish conquest?

• Hernán Cortés

• Francisco Pizarro

• Bartolomeu Ruiz

• Diego de Almagro