Aztec and Inca Civilizations Quiz
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What was the name of the Aztec capital city?

  • Mexico City
  • Tenochtitlán (correct)
  • Maya
  • Texcoco

    • The Aztec civilization began in 1521 CE.

    False

    What sign did the god of the sun tell the Aztec to look for?

    An eagle with a snake in its beak perched on a cactus

    The Aztec civilization thrived in present-day __________ from 1325 to 1521 CE.

    <p>central Mexico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Aztecs?

    <p>Fearsome warriors who conquered city-states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Aztecs settled on a swampy island in Lake Texcoco.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which body of water did the Aztecs settle their city?

    <p>Lake Texcoco</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Aztec = A civilization that thrived in central Mexico Tenochtitlán = Capital city of the Aztec civilization Nomadic = A lifestyle of moving frequently in search of resources Empire = A group of countries or territories under a single authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary region where the Inca civilization was established?

    <p>Western coast of South America</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inca Empire was smaller than the Aztec Empire.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who ruled over the Inca Empire?

    <p>Sapa Inca</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _______ Mountains are prominent features of the Inca Empire's geography.

    <p>Andes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>conquistador = Spanish word for conqueror clan = A group of families plateau = A large area of high, flat ground geographical diversity = The presence of many different kinds of landforms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following modern countries lies within the borders of the Inca Empire?

    <p>Argentina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Every Inca family was part of a clan that farmed a specific piece of land.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What natural feature feeds the mighty Amazon River?

    <p>thick forests with heavy rains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of pairing off young men and women by He-Who-Sees-Everything?

    <p>For the benefit of the empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inca Empire lasted from 1438 to 1532.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the long road that connected the Inca Empire?

    <p>The Royal Road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Royal Road stretched over __________ miles.

    <p>two thousand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their descriptions:

    <p>Royal Road = Longest road in the world until the 1800s He-Who-Sees-Everything = Arranged marriages for the empire Inca engineering = Built roads across the empire Road markers = Measured distances along the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the major benefits of the roads built by the Inca?

    <p>Encouraged trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical features did the Royal Road cross?

    <p>Mountains, valleys, deserts, and swamps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material did Inca builders use to keep stones together in their construction projects?

    <p>They did not use any</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inca used the wheel for transportation during their construction projects.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inca knowledge of engineering was influenced by ancient Roman techniques.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of the Royal Road?

    <p>To connect all parts of the Inca empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inca built a _______ bridge over the Apurimac River, which was maintained for over five hundred years.

    <p>suspension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following features with their descriptions:

    <p>Royal Road = Main Inca road linking the empire Suspension Bridge = Bridge held by ropes Paving Stones = Cut stones fitting together like a puzzle Mortar = Material Inca builders did not use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about Inca road construction?

    <p>They could build roads that resisted natural disasters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inca empire relied on a network of east-west roads that crossed the Royal Road.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often were the ropes on the Apurimac River bridge replaced?

    <p>Every two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Spanish word for conqueror?

    <p>Conquistador</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A leap year has 365 days.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a scribe?

    <p>To copy written information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _____ was a group of peoples who have inhabited parts of present-day Mexico and Central America.

    <p>Maya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes an empire?

    <p>A group of countries under a single ruler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary material used in building known as mortar?

    <p>A soft material that hardens and becomes rocklike.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

    <p>Sacrifice = To give or kill something for a religious purpose Llama = A South American mammal valued for its wool and endurance Reign = A period in which a king or queen rules Litter = A chair carried by people on beams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Smallpox is a serious disease that spreads from person to person and causes a fever and _____.

    <p>rash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Aztec Civilization

    • The Aztec civilization thrived in central Mexico from 1325 to 1521 CE.
    • According to legend, the Aztec's migration ended when they witnessed an eagle on a cactus holding a snake, leading them to establish Tenochtitlán on Lake Texcoco.
    • Tenochtitlán translates to "the place of the prickly pear."
    • By the 1400s, the Aztec expanded their empire through conquest, becoming known as fierce warriors.

    Inca Civilization

    • The Inca civilization emerged in the early 1400s in the western part of South America, mainly in modern-day Peru.
    • The Empire was ruled by the Sapa Inca and included over twelve million people, spanning more than two thousand miles along the Pacific coast.
    • The Inca Empire encompassed parts of modern-day Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.

    Inca Engineering and Infrastructure

    • The Inca constructed a vast network of roads, known as the Royal Road, which was over two thousand miles long and connected various regions of the empire.
    • The Royal Road enabled efficient travel for government officials, trade, and rapid military response.
    • Built without the wheel or advanced machinery, Inca roads featured paved sections and provided storage and water for travelers.

    Inca Society and Administration

    • Inca society was organized into clans, with each family farming specific land.
    • Marriages were arranged by He-Who-Sees-Everything for the benefit of the empire, consolidating clan relationships and alliances.
    • The Inca Empire witnessed significant achievements and territorial expansion from 1438 until the Spanish conquest in 1532.

    Inca Bridges

    • Inca engineers were skilled in constructing lasting bridges, essential for crossing difficult terrains.
    • A notable suspension bridge over the Apurimac River, built in 1350, exemplified their engineering prowess and was maintained for over five centuries until 1890.

    Vocabulary Context

    • Key terms:
      • Aztec: Central American civilization known for its militaristic and architectural prowess.
      • Empire: A collection of territories governed by a single authority, significant in both Aztec and Inca contexts.
      • Conquistador: Spanish conquerors who arrived in the Americas, notably during the decline of both the Aztec and Inca Empires.
      • Engineer: Professionals adept in design and construction, crucial to the Inca's infrastructure.

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