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Aztecs
The Aztecs were active in Mexico from the 14th through 16th centuries. They are most famous for their practice of human sacrifice.
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the Aztecs came from Mexico were Mexico city is now they came from but it was not called Mexico city it was called Tenochtitlan
Why was tribute so important to the Aztecs?
Tribute was extremely important to the Aztecs for three reasons. First, it kept their capital and the people around alive. Because the population was so big and based upon the fact that the capital was on an island in the middle of a lake, the surrounding ground could not support the people. However, tribute could and did. Secondly, the Aztec empire extraction of tribute kept the conquered cities under control. In a way, it limited their economies and kept them lower than the capital and that was good. Finally, tribute and the threat of retalitation by the military was enough to keep the conquered under control but still allow them to keep their traditions and government mostly intact. This promoted peace and obedience to the Aztec empire.
What weapons did a Aztecs use to sacrifice?
hands
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They cut open the sacrifice's chest with a special ceremonial knife and then ripped out their heart. All this was done at the top of a pyramid.
Were the Aztecs warlike or peacefull?
the Aztecs were very warlike on example is the Aztec jaguars a very fiercefull and deadly warrior
What advantages did Cortes have on the Aztecs?
Cortez had many advantages on the Aztecs. For one, when he first got there, the Aztecs thought he was their god Quetzelcoatl. They took him in which allowed him to get into the city. They were a more primative civilization so they did not have the weapons that Cortez had.
How was Cortes able to conquer the Aztec empire?
In a very abridged version, with the use of guns and germs.
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well actually the aztec calendar said that there were going to be a god named "Malintzin". It was predicted that the god would have "white skin and come in with great wings". So they treated Cortes and his people as gods. Later on Cortes was treated as roalty. He was now friends with the king of the aztecs Montezuma. But Cortes held Montezuma captive so the aztecs would give him gold and jewelery. So montezuma went out to the crowd to calm them down but then got hit by a rock and died. So now Cortes was in trouble and had to get out. Only half of his men (including) himself made it out. Later on they went back and took over with more guys, guns, and other weapons. He new if he captured montezuma then he could get what ever he wanted. But his plan back fired. But he went back and conquerd the aztec empire!!
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What Spanish conquistador led the conquest of the Aztec?
Hernán Cortés led the conquest of the Aztec.
How did Hernando Cortes impact the world?
He had led them to victory and now we are free/
•He won money.
•He had many people working for him.
•He won some discussions with groups of people and with the government.
•He discovered and conquered new places.
there were tons of Aztec rulers so you can't really tell but i can give you a suggestion of where you should go to find out, you should go to Google and type Ancient Aztec Rulers. and you can find so many rulers and all that junk.
How did the Aztecs become a strong empire?
They assigned a governor to strictly rule conquered lands. courtney =]
How are greek gods and Aztec gods different?
there different because there different gods and in different places
What city did the Aztecs live in?
The Aztec's most important city was called Tenochtitlan. Today it is called Mexico City and it's the largest city in Mexico.
Differences between Mayan olmec and Aztec?
the cicilizations where around at different times and they worshipped different gods.
The Aztecs were conquered by the Spanish, led by Hernan Cortes.
Why did Montezuma want revenge?
Montezuma II, the ninth ruler of the Aztec Empire, sought revenge primarily due to the Spanish conquest led by Hernán Cortés. After initially welcoming the Spaniards, he realized their true intentions were to conquer and exploit his empire. The betrayal and violence inflicted upon his people fueled his desire for retribution against the invaders. Additionally, the loss of power and the threat to his empire's sovereignty further intensified his need for vengeance.
Not only the Aztecs of Mexico and the Incas of South America were conquered by the Spanish, but also the Mayans in Mexico and northern Central America.
The Spanish were seeking treasure: the gold, pearls and other valuables that the native tribes had accumulated. Considering the natives as savages, the Spanish took anything they found and (with their superior arms) subjugated any tribes that fought them. The Spanish also enslaved many of the Caribbean island populations. The discovery of the New World led to the colonization by the Spanish (and other European nations) of the lands of these groups.
