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Aztec Empire Content
5th Aztec Empire Content
Question | Answer |
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Where did the Aztec build the capital of their civilization? | In Tenochtitlan, in present-day Mexico |
Which word best describes the Aztec before they built their empire? | wanderers |
The Aztec were known for being ______________________ and _____________________. | fierce warriors and great conquerers |
What was unusual about the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan? | It was built on an island. |
What was one reason the Aztec waged war so often? | They wanted to expand their empire and power. |
What does the image in our text (the eagle with the snake in his mouth) depict? | The sun god sends the Aztec a sign about where to build a great city. |
In which area of the Aztec Empire was Tenochtitlan located? | the north |
Which phrase best explains the purposes of the Templo Mayor, or Great Temple? | to celebrate the rulers and to perform religious ceremonies |
What began occurring in the Aztec Empire during the reign of Moctezuma ? | natural disasters |
Which statement best describe the codex? | It was part of a book used to record information. It displays the names and identities of Aztec gods. |