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Montezuma II initially greeted Hernán Cortés with great reverence, believing him to be a deity or a representative of the gods due to the timing of Cortés's arrival and the prophecies of the returning god Quetzalcoatl. He welcomed Cortés to Tenochtitlán with gifts and hospitality, hoping to establish a cordial relationship. However, this gesture ultimately led to the downfall of the Aztec Empire, as Cortés and his men exploited this trust to seize power.
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Who was the Aztec emperor at the time Hernan Cortes arrived in Mexico?
Cortes overthrew the Aztec ruler Montezuma II.
What should I draw for Hernando Cortes besides Hernando Cortes?
you can draw the Aztec empire and him conquering it. He also kidnapped Aztecs leader Montezuma II. Healso founded and named California.
Montezuma welcomed Cortes because he believed Cortes was a god.true or false?
True. Montezuma II, the Aztec emperor, initially welcomed Hernán Cortés and his men, believing he might be the god Quetzalcoatl returning as prophesied. This belief, combined with the Spanish conquistadors' advanced weaponry and tactics, contributed to the initial hospitality shown by Montezuma. However, this miscalculation ultimately led to tragic consequences for the Aztec Empire.
Who was the leader of the Aztecs when the Europeans first came?
Motecuhzoma II (Also known as Montezuma or Moctezuma)
What are Hernan Cortes' childrens names?
One was named martin
Who was the Aztec emperor at the time Hernan Cortes arrived in Mexico?
Cortes overthrew the Aztec ruler Montezuma II.
Montezuma II did not immediately order an attack on Cortes?
Montezuma II did not immediately order an attack on cortes?
Who was the emperor of the Aztecs when Cortes arrived?
Montezuma II
Who was the leader of the Aztecs when Cortes conquered Tenochtitlan?
Montezuma the sekond
Who was Aztec emperor during Cortes conquest?
Montezuma II
What did Montezuma believe Cortes was?
Aztec Emperor Montezuma II believed Hernan Cortes was the god Queztacoaltl, but he was wrong and Cortes took him prisoner and the Aztec Empire fell to Spain.
Aztec emperor of Mexico who was dethroned by Cortes in 1520?
Montezuma II
When did the spanish find the Aztecs?
Cortes was peacefully received by Aztec Emperor Montezuma II on Nov.8,1519
Why did Cortes have an advantage over the Aztecs?
He had the support of the majority of the other tribes, and held Montezuma II as a captive.
When Montezuma II was a king?
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What should I draw for Hernando Cortes besides Hernando Cortes?
you can draw the Aztec empire and him conquering it. He also kidnapped Aztecs leader Montezuma II. Healso founded and named California.
What did Herman Cortes do after the Aztec emperor Montezuma II welcomed him to Tenochtitlan?
After being welcomed by Montezuma II in Tenochtitlan, Hernán Cortés initially established a rapport with the Aztec emperor, using diplomacy to gain favor. However, he soon took Montezuma hostage in an effort to control the Aztec empire and secure wealth for Spain. Cortés then faced rising tensions and resistance from the Aztecs, leading to conflict and ultimately the fall of Tenochtitlan in 1521. This marked a significant moment in the Spanish conquest of Mexico.
