Hernan Cortes and the Aztecs

What was Tenochtitlan's significance in the early 16th century?

• It was a small fishing village.

• It was the capital of the Aztec Empire and one of the world's largest cities.

• It was a Spanish colonial outpost.

• It was a remote trading hub.

Which native group allied with Hernán Cortés against the Aztecs?

• The Mayans

• The Incas

• The Tlaxcalteca

• The Olmecs

How did Moctezuma initially react to the arrival of the Spanish explorers?

• He immediately declared war.

• He sent lavish gifts, believing they might be a god-king.

• He ignored their presence.

• He fled the city.

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What were some of the consequences of Spanish colonization in Mexico?

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques and increased trade.

• Spread of the Spanish language, Catholicism, and deadly diseases like smallpox.

• Establishment of a unified native empire.

• Rapid economic growth and cultural exchange.