Aztec Culture and Society

The video explores life in the Aztec Empire, highlighting the differences between the wealthy and common people. It covers family roles, clothing customs, dietary staples, and educational practices. The Aztecs had a structured society with specific rules for clothing and social behavior. Children were educated in separate schools based on gender and social class. The Aztecs enjoyed games like Patoli and Ullah Malitzi, which had cultural significance. The video also touches on the origins of words like 'chocolate' and the treatment of slaves, who could earn their freedom.

What type of homes did wealthy Aztecs live in?

• Caves

• Tents

• Stone or sun-dried brick houses

• Wooden huts

What was a common feature in the homes of wealthy Aztecs?

• A swimming pool

• A gym

• A separate bathing room

• A library

What was the primary role of Aztec women in the family?

• Cooking and weaving cloth

• Crafting weapons

• Farming

• Trading goods

Who was allowed to wear clothing decorated with feathers in Aztec society?

• Commoners

• Warriors

• Farmers

• Nobles

What was the main staple of the Aztec diet?

• Rice

• Wheat

• Maize

• Potatoes

Which food item was highly valued by the Aztecs and used to make chocolate?

• Cocoa bean

• Vanilla bean

• Coffee bean

• Soybean

At what age did most Aztec men typically get married?

• 15

• 18

• 20

• 25

What was the name of the popular Aztec board game?

• Checkers

• Backgammon

• Chess

• Patoli

What was the Aztec ball game played with a rubber ball called?

• Soccer

• Ullah Malitzi

• Basketball

• Volleyball

What was the punishment for breaking a law regarding clothing in Aztec society?

• Fine

• Community service

• Imprisonment

• Death