Mankind the Story of All of Us: Aztec Part 1

What was the capital of the Aztec Empire?

• Tenochtitlan

• Cuzco

• Machu Picchu

• Chichen Itza

What material did Aztec warriors use for their weapons?

• Obsidian

• Bronze

• Steel

• Iron

What was the Aztec belief regarding human blood?

• It was unnecessary for rituals

• It was only used for medicinal purposes

• It was needed to keep the universe in balance

• It was considered impure

What was the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan known for?

• Being smaller than London

• Having no laws

• Being larger than London, Paris, or Rome

• Being a small village

What was the Aztec's main staple crop?

• Wheat

• Corn

• Barley

• Rice

What was the purpose of Aztec human sacrifices?

• To punish criminals

• To entertain the masses

• To reduce population

• To guarantee a bountiful harvest

What was the Aztec warrior Tlahuicole known for?

• Being a king

• Being a farmer

• Being a skilled warrior and rival

• Being a priest

What did the Aztecs believe about death?

• It gave meaning to life

• It was a punishment

• It was to be feared

• It was meaningless

What did the Aztecs use to map the stars?

• European maps

• Their own astronomical methods

• Iron tools

• Telescopes

What was the significance of the Aztec warrior's flayed skin?

• It was discarded

• It was used as a flag

• It was worn for 20 days by the warrior who defeated him

• It was used for clothing