Spanish/Aztecs: History & Beginnings

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The Aztec were originally called the _____________.

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Mexica

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Aztecs lived semi-nomadically, seeking a sign from their god for how long?

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200 years

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Aztecs' special belief that gave them confidence:

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Chosen people of their God, Huitzilopochtli.

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Chief of the Aztecs upon reaching the Valley of Mexico?

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Tenoch

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The Aztec were seen as __________ and __________ by surrounding societies.

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barbarous; uncultured

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In the middle of Lake Texcoco, the Aztecs settled in __________.

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Tenochtitlan

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Sign from the Aztec god before settling:

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Eagle on a cactus, holding a snake.

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Aztecs' survival strategies in tough times:

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Initiated fights and quarrels for control of other lands.

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Descriptive word for Aztecs during migration:

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Peaceful

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Another name for the Muslim population?

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Moors