Spanish Conquest of the Inca

The video discusses the Spanish conquest of Peru, led by Francisco Pizarro, and the subsequent cultural blending with the Inca. It highlights the Spanish advantages, such as diseases, superior weapons, and horses, which helped them defeat the Inca. The video also covers the establishment of Lima, Incan rebellions, and the cultural contributions from both sides, including the creation of mestizos and the introduction of new foods and animals.

What was the primary goal of the Spanish conquistadors upon arriving in Peru?

• To find and acquire riches

• To learn about Incan culture

• To spread Christianity

• To establish trade relations

Who led the Spanish forces that arrived in Peru in 1531?

• Pedro de Alvarado

• Francisco Pizarro

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernán Cortés

How did the Spanish manage to control the Incan government after overthrowing it?

• By offering technological advancements

• By negotiating a peace treaty

• By installing a puppet Incan Emperor

• By forming alliances with other tribes

What city did Francisco Pizarro establish as the capital of the Spanish colony in Peru?

• Lima

• Santiago

• Quito

• Cusco

When did Peru gain its independence from Spain?

• 1804

• 1821

• 1789

• 1850

Which of the following was NOT an advantage the Spanish had over the Inca?

• Superior weapons

• Advanced navigation tools

• Diseases

• Horses

What was one of the major diseases brought by Europeans that affected the Inca?

• Malaria

• Influenza

• Cholera

• Smallpox

What percentage of Peru's population is mestizo today?

• 45%

• 59%

• 80%

• 70%

Which crop, originally from South America, was spread worldwide by the Spanish?

• Potatoes

• Wheat

• Rice

• Corn

Which animal was introduced to the Inca by the Spanish?

• Guinea pig

• Llama

• Alpaca

• Horse