Benchmark Corrections Review

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What was Hernán Cortés' role in the Aztec Empire?

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His exploration and conquest led to the downfall of the Aztec Empire.

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How does the opening sentence of a narrative contribute to the setting?

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It quickly establishes the narrator’s unusual situation.

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What is the central idea of 'The End of the Aztec Empire'?

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Although conquered, the Aztec Empire continues to have an impact on the country and to make its mark on modern Mexico.

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What symbol of the ancient Aztec Empire is found on the flag of Mexico?

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Eagle with a snake in its mouth.

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What does 'at the hands of' mean in a sentence?

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Due to the actions of.

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Who was Moctezuma II?

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The last emperor of the Aztec Empire before its fall to the Spanish.

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What year did Hernán Cortés arrive in the Aztec Empire?

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1519.

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What was the significance of the year 1520 in the context of the Aztec Empire?

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Moctezuma met his death at the hands of the Spaniards.

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What impact did the Spanish conquest have on the Aztec Empire?

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It led to the collapse of the empire and significant cultural changes.

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What is one way the Aztec Empire is remembered today?

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Through its influence on modern Mexican culture.