TED-Ed: The conspiracy to take down the Inca empire | Gabriel Prieto

Maxo, a former soldier, is summoned to Chan Chan amidst political turmoil. The Chimu Empire, once powerful, is now under Inca rule. Maxo navigates the city, reflecting on its past glory. He meets a priest who leads him to a secret gathering planning a rebellion against the Incas. The group needs Maxo's knowledge of the battlefield. Despite fears for the king held hostage, a rumor of the king's death spurs the rebellion. The young prince will lead the charge. The rebellion ultimately fails, leading to the destruction of Chan Chan. Decades later, the Inca Empire falls to the Spanish. A mummy found near Chan Chan suggests a survivor of the rebellion lived to old age.

What was the main reason Maxo was hesitant to answer the mysterious summons?

• He was afraid of the dark.

• He was worried about the political turmoil.

• He didn't trust his friend.

• He was too tired from the previous night.

What was Chan Chan known for before the Inca conquest?

• Its beautiful beaches.

• Its military strength.

• Its large population of llamas.

• Being a trade hub with skilled artisans.

Why was Maxo crucial to the rebellion against the Incas?

• He was the prince's best friend.

• He had a secret weapon.

• He was the only survivor of the last battle and knew the fortress layout.

• He was the only one who could speak the Inca language.

What rumor did the young prince share about the Chimu king?

• The king was secretly supporting the rebellion.

• The king had escaped from Cusco.

• The king was planning to join the Incas.

• The king was already dead.

What happened to Chan Chan after the rebellion?

• It became the capital of the Inca Empire.

• It was abandoned and forgotten.

• It was burned by the Incas, and many residents were killed or scattered.

• It was rebuilt and flourished under Inca rule.