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Yes but not like a regular thing. When a new temple was made they once offered 20,000 people as a sacrafice. Then they ate them

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Why did the Maya and Aztec practice human sacrifice?

The Maya and Aztec practiced human sacrifice as a part of their religious beliefs and to appease their gods. They believed that sacrificing humans would ensure the well-being of their communities, bring fertility to the land, and show devotion to their deities. It was seen as a way to maintain order in the cosmos and uphold the balance of the universe.


What do homo sapiens eat?

We humans eat pretty well anything that will hold still long enough. food...Homo sapiens sapiens are modern humans, so they eat anything you have ever heard of anyone eating And some things you've never imagined anyone eating...


What do Aztec masks represent?

Aztec masks were used in religious and ceremonial contexts to represent deities or spirits important to the Aztec culture. They served as a way to connect with the spiritual world and were believed to hold significant power and meaning.


Why do you think it was important for the Aztec to be able to tell commoners and nobles apart just by looking at them?

It was important for the Aztec to differentiate between commoners and nobles because social distinctions played a significant role in Aztec society. Nobles held positions of power and privilege, while commoners had different responsibilities and rights. Being able to discern one's social status at a glance helped maintain order and hierarchy in Aztec society.


Why did Aztec sacrifice humans?

the Aztecs sacrificed humans because of what they believed. They believed that the Gods would sacrifice themselves everyday by stepping into the sun, to give the people another day of living. The Aztecs thought that they owed them their lives, so the priests sacrificed humans by cutting open human stomach's, and pulling their hearts out. The priests would then push them down the stairs.