Civilizations of the Americas: Aztecs, Incas, and Mayans

The video discusses the pre-Columbian civilizations of the Americas, focusing on the Aztecs, Inca, and Maya. It highlights the Aztecs' cultural practices, such as drinking chocolate, and their rulers, Montezuma I and II. The Maya are noted for their architectural achievements, while the Inca had a vast empire along the Andes. The video also covers the Spanish conquest led by Cortes and Pizarro, which brought about significant destruction and disease, leading to the decline of these civilizations.

Which civilization was known for drinking a bitter chocolate brew?

• The Maya

• The Aztecs

• The Inca

• The Spanish

What was a significant achievement of the Maya civilization?

• Building a vast empire along the Andes

• Constructing impressive stone temples

• Developing a written language

• Creating a network of roads

Which civilization's empire stretched along the Andes mountains?

• The Maya

• The Inca

• The Aztecs

• The Spanish

Who were the Spanish conquistadors known for their role in the conquest of the Americas?

• Columbus and Magellan

• Cortes and Pizarro

• Balboa and Vespucci

• Montezuma and Atahualpa

What was a major consequence of the Spanish conquest on the native civilizations?

• The introduction of new religions

• Widespread death and destruction

• The rise of new empires

• The spread of democracy