Questions and Answers
What were some jobs that the Incas performed as part of the Mita?
They farmed, served as army, built roads, and produced cloth.
Why were children of conquered leaders used to govern and teach the Inca way of life?
They would have been trusted and respected.
Was life better or worse for the people after the Incas conquered them?
Why did the Inca believe their rulers never really died?
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How do you think lower class workers felt about having to work long and hard to pay the labor tax?
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Why do you think Inca rulers allowed people to practice local religions in addition to the official religion?
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Who was the Inca ruler when Pizarro arrived in the empire?
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Why do you think the Spaniards killed Atahualpa?
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When did the Spaniards defeat the last of the Incas?
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Why did the Spaniards kill Atahualpa?
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Where was the Inca Empire located?
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What kinds of terrains did it include?
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How did the Incas control their economy?
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Do you think the Mita system was a good government policy?
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What social classes existed in Inca society? (Part 1)
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What social classes existed in Inca society? (Part 2)
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How might the Inca Road system have helped strengthen the Empire?
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When did the Spanish gain full control over the Inca lands?
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Why do you think Pizarro was able to defeat the much larger forces of Incas?
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Study Notes
Inca Society and Economy
- The Mita system required Incas to engage in various jobs such as farming, serving in the army, constructing roads, and producing textiles.
- The government provided care for conquered peoples, generally improving their living conditions post-conquest.
- A hierarchical structure existed in Inca society, with an upper class of the emperor, priests, and government officials, while the lower class comprised farmers, artisans, and servants.
Governance and Religion
- Children of conquered leaders were often used to govern and teach the Inca way of life due to their perceived trustworthiness.
- The Incas believed their rulers were divinely connected to the sun god, which contributed to the belief that rulers never truly died.
- Local religious practices were tolerated alongside the official religion to prevent rebellion among the populace.
Conflict and Conquest
- Atahualpa was the Inca ruler when Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro arrived.
- Spaniards executed Atahualpa, fearing he would unite the Incas against them.
- The final defeat of the Incas by the Spaniards occurred in 1537, leading to Spanish dominance in the region.
Geography of the Inca Empire
- The Inca Empire stretched along the western coast of South America, encompassing diverse terrains, including coastal deserts, snowy mountains, fertile valleys, and dense forests.
Infrastructure and Communication
- The extensive Inca road system facilitated movement and communication, which helped strengthen the empire's cohesion.
- The Mita system was central to the economy, reinforcing the government’s control over labor and resources.
Spanish Conquest Factors
- Spanish advantages included superior weaponry, cavalry (horses), and the introduction of diseases that weakened the Inca population, contributing to their victory despite numerical disadvantages.
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Test your knowledge with this Social Studies flashcard quiz focusing on Section 3. Explore key concepts about the Inca civilization, including their economy, governance practices, and the impacts of their conquests. Enhance your understanding of this fascinating topic in history.
