Aztec Civilization and Society

The video discusses the Aztecs, starting from their nomadic origins to their settlement in Tenochtitlan. It covers their adaptation through chinampas, the growth of Tenochtitlan, and the formation of the Aztec Empire. The social structure of the Aztecs, including the roles of different classes, is also explained.

What was the primary lifestyle of the Aztecs before they settled in the Valley of Mexico?

• Sedentary farmers

• Nomadic hunters and gatherers

• Urban traders

• Seafaring merchants

According to legend, what sign did the Aztecs look for to find their new home?

• A lion with a crown

• A tree with golden leaves

• A mountain with a river

• An eagle with a serpent in its mouth

What innovative agricultural technique did the Aztecs develop to adapt to their environment?

• Irrigation canals

• Chinampas or floating gardens

• Terrace farming

• Crop rotation

What was the primary mode of transportation in Tenochtitlan?

• Boats through canals

• Bicycles on roads

• Horse-drawn carriages

• Walking on footpaths

Why were causeways important for Tenochtitlan?

• They provided defense against invaders

• They allowed easy travel over swampy areas

• They were the main source of water

• They were used for religious ceremonies

How did the Aztecs expand their empire?

• By forming alliances and using military force

• Through maritime exploration

• Through peaceful negotiations only

• By purchasing land from neighboring tribes

What was the purpose of the tribute system in the Aztec Empire?

• To build new cities

• To establish trade routes

• To support the empire's projects and military

• To honor the gods

Who was at the top of the Aztec social structure?

• The merchants

• The priests

• The Emperor or king

• The commoners

What distinguished the Aztec form of slavery from that of the United States?

• It was voluntary

• It involved prisoners of war

• It was temporary

• It was based on race

Which class in the Aztec social structure was responsible for trading goods?

• The commoners

• The noble class

• The serfs

• The intermediate class