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The Aztecs made the rainstick because they believed it could bring much needed rain. The Aztecs crafted the rainsticks out of cactus.

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How does a rainstick work?

A rainstick is a hollow tube filled with small pebbles or seeds. When the rainstick is tilted, the pebbles or seeds fall through the tube, creating a sound that resembles rain. The effect is achieved due to the combination of gravity and friction as the pebbles or seeds move through the tube.


Why did the Aztecs make sacrifices to the sun of god?

The Aztecs believed that sacrificing humans to the sun god, Huitzilopochtli, was necessary to ensure the sun's continued rise and the creation of a new day. They saw it as a way to show gratitude to the sun god for providing light and sustenance for their crops. Sacrifices were also made to maintain the cosmic balance and prevent catastrophes.


Aztecs believed that Huitilopochtli was the god that made the sun rise but only if he got a certain thing what was the certain thing?

The Aztecs believed that Huitzilopochtli required human sacrifices in order to make the sun rise each day. It was believed that this blood offering was necessary to ensure the sun's journey across the sky.


How did the Aztecs predict eclipses?

The Aztecs used a combination of religious beliefs and astronomical observations to predict eclipses. They believed that an eclipse was caused by a serpent-like creature devouring the sun or moon, and they would make sacrifices to ward off this creature. Astronomically, they had knowledge of the movements of celestial bodies and were able to predict when an eclipse would occur based on patterns they observed.


How did the AZtecs use fireflies?

they didn't written by Stan the man

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What other places of cultures used the rainstick?

The rainstick is traditionally used in various cultures in South America, such as the Mapuche people of Chile and the Aztecs of Mexico. It is also found in certain indigenous tribes in Africa and Australia, where it is used for ceremonial and healing purposes.


What country does the rainstick originate?

The Rainstick originated in Africa


What actors and actresses appeared in The Rainstick - 2009?

The cast of The Rainstick - 2009 includes: Dave Felder as Buyer of the Rainstick Michael Witwer as Paul


Who made the first rainstick?

the indians


What are the release dates for The Rainstick - 2009?

The Rainstick - 2009 was released on: USA: 20 August 2009 (24 Hour Film Festival)


What can you fill your rainstick with to make it sound more like rain?

You can fill your rainstick with rice to make it sound more like the rain. Some people also like to add in beans mixed in with the rice to add more sounds. Make sure to tip the stick slowly to get the correct sound.


What materials are used to make a rainstick?

A cactus and pebbles. Or go to the related link listed below to make one at home without a cactus.


Why was the rainstick important?

because it was graet for a instrunemt


What is rainstick made from?

A dried up cactus with its needles driven into it, and either seeds, rice, pebbles or beans are filled inside, which is what makes the sound of falling rain. That is what the original rainstick is made from, but u can make it from nails and a tube of some sort with seals at the ends. :)


What did the Aztecs make from the shallow lake?

what did the Aztecs make from swampy , shallow lake


What important contributions did the Aztecs make to the world?

the calendar Aztecs


Is the musical stick with rice in known as the rainmaker?

Rainstick.