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Who were the battle-hardened allies of the Spaniards mentioned in the text?
The battle-hardened allies of the Spaniards mentioned in the text were the Tlaxcalans.
What did the local chiefs in the region do in response to the arrival of the Spaniards and their allies?
The local chiefs in the region gathered together to make a stand against the Spaniards and their allies.
How did Chimalpopoca describe the outcome of the confrontation in later years?
Chimalpopoca described the outcome of the confrontation as 'We were defeated,' using a form of the verb that implied absolute destruction.
Where did the people withdraw to, according to the text?
The people withdrew to the marshlands, as mentioned in the text.
What did the Nahuas often do after experiencing great losses, as mentioned in the text?
The Nahuas often withdrew to the marshlands after experiencing great losses, as mentioned in the text.
Test your knowledge of the Spanish conquest of Mexico and its impact on the indigenous peoples with this quiz. Explore the events leading up to the fall of Tenochtitlan, the role of the Tlaxcalan allies, and the consequences for communities like Cuauhtinchan.
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