Aztec Society and Education

The video explores the structured social hierarchy of Aztec society, detailing the roles and responsibilities of each class, from rulers and priests to warriors, tradesmen, craftsmen, peasants, and slaves. It highlights the economic contributions of tradesmen and craftsmen, the rights and lives of peasants and slaves, and the distinct educational paths for boys and girls, emphasizing the strict discipline and skills taught to prepare them for their societal roles.

How many social classes were there in Aztec society?

• Five

• Six

• Eight

• Seven

Which class was responsible for making governmental decisions in Aztec society?

• Priests

• Ruler and Nobles

• Warriors

• Tradesmen

What was one way soldiers from lower classes could rise in social status?

• Being good warriors

• Becoming priests

• Trading goods

• Marrying nobles

Which class was primarily responsible for the wealth of the Aztec Empire?

• Tradesmen

• Peasants

• Slaves

• Craftsmen

What rights did Aztec peasants have regarding land?

• They had no rights

• They could lease it

• They had lifelong ownership

• They could sell it

What was unique about the children born to Aztec slaves?

• They were nobles

• They were free

• They were also slaves

• They were priests

What were the two types of schools in Aztec society?

• Monasteries and public schools

• Noble schools and warrior schools

• Priest schools and merchant schools

• Schools for nobles and schools for peasants and merchants

What subjects were taught to boys in Aztec schools?

• Only warfare

• Household tasks

• Various subjects including warfare, religion, and mathematics

• Only religion

How were girls educated in Aztec society?

• By their mothers at home

• In schools with boys

• In public schools

• By priests in monasteries

What was a common punishment for disobedient children in Aztec society?

• Extra chores

• Time-out

• Fines

• Being held over a flame of burning chilies