Wordly Wise Book 7 Lesson 9 Review

Front

What does 'sacrificed' mean in the context of offerings to the gods?

Back

Given up

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the meaning of 'principal' when referring to the main export from Mexico?

Back

Main

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'inundated' mean in relation to flood-waters covering a city?

Back

Covered

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What is a 'hoard' in the context of treasure-laden ships?

Back

Stash

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'nomadic' mean when describing the lifestyle of the Aztecs?

Back

On the move

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the significance of offerings in ancient cultures?

Back

They were meant to appease the gods and ensure favor.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Front

How did the Spanish conquest affect the economy of Mexico?

Back

It led to the extraction of vast quantities of gold and silver.

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CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

Front

What role did geography play in the flooding of Tenochtitlan?

Back

The lakes surrounding the city contributed to the rising water levels.

Front

What were the consequences of losing treasure-laden ships at sea?

Back

Loss of wealth and resources for Spain.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

How did the Aztecs' lifestyle change over time?

Back

They transitioned from nomadic ways to becoming city dwellers.