Aztec Society and Class Structure

The video explores the Aztec social hierarchy, detailing the roles of the emperor, nobility, priests, commoners, merchants, artisans, and farmers. It highlights the emperor's unique position, the responsibilities of the nobility and priests, and the communal structure of commoners in calpolies. The video also discusses the economic roles of merchants and artisans, the vital contributions of farmers, and the indicators of social status in Aztec society.

What are the two main classes in Aztec society?

• Nobility and Slaves

• Nobility and Commoners

• Commoners and Priests

• Merchants and Artisans

How is the Aztec emperor chosen?

• By birthright

• Through a democratic election

• From the nobility class based on skills

• By the commoners

What was the role of the Aztec emperor in religion?

• He was a high priest

• He was a religious advisor

• He had no religious role

• He was a temple builder

What percentage of Aztecs were in the nobility class?

• 5-10%

• 10-15%

• 20-25%

• 30-35%

Which group was considered the richest among the commoners?

• Artisans

• Farmers

• Soldiers

• Merchants

What was a key responsibility of the Aztec farmers?

• Leading military campaigns

• Trading goods

• Crafting weapons

• Feeding the Aztec people

What role did merchants play besides trading?

• They were also priests

• They acted as spies

• They led the army

• They were artisans

What was the purpose of the calpolies in Aztec society?

• To organize military units

• To manage trade routes

• To elect the emperor

• To group families and jobs

What was a sign of status in Aztec society?

• Owning a large farm

• Being a skilled artisan

• Wearing cotton clothing

• Having many children

How could a commoner become part of the nobility?

• By capturing enemies on the battlefield

• By being elected by the council

• By marrying into a noble family

• By becoming a successful merchant