Which of the following best embodies the Aztec characteristic of warrior?

Fighting other tribes to gain captives

The term "worldview" is best defined as...

a set of beliefs about life and the world.

Which two forces were battling during the period known as the Spanish Reconquista?

Christian Europe and the Islamic Empire

The collapse of the Aztec Empire was partially due to...

aid provided to the Spanish by surrounding enemy tribes.

What was the reward for capturing many enemy prisoners?

Social mobility (moving up in the hierarchy)

Which definition best describes imperialism?

The extension of power over a territory.

Which of the following best embodies the Aztec characteristic of trader?

Trading farm goods for items needed

The Spanish Conquistadors were confident that they could take on the Aztecs and win because of:

Their tenacity in their pursuit of fame and glory

The Aztecs believed that human sacrifices were necessary to nourish their gods. Therefore...

capturing enemies in battle was considered honourable.

the belief that a nation is dependant on resources.

The encomiendas system involved all of the following aspects with the exception of:

Aztecs worked on Spanish farms and mines for little pay

The Aztec culture and identity was drastically altered due to which main reason?

Aztec temples and Codices were destroyed

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1
Which of the following best embodies the Aztec characteristic of warrior?
Fighting other tribes to gain resources
Fighting other tribes to gain captives
All of the above
Fighting other tribes to gain gold
2
The Aztec army was comprised of:
The nobility
All men who were of age
Men who had proven themselves in battle
Any able bodied man or woman of age
3
Which of the following concepts belongs to the Aztec worldview?
Independence
All of the above
Personal sacrifice
Respect
4
The term "worldview" is best defined as...
the beliefs, knowledge, economy and values of a society.
one's ability to see different geographical areas.
a specific set of religious beliefs used to govern a nation.
a set of beliefs about life and the world.
5
Why was war important to Aztec culture?
It was a means of defence
It was a means of acquiring human sacrifices
All of the above
It was a means of gaining new territory
6
Which two forces were battling during the period known as the Spanish Reconquista?
Catholic Spain and the Islamic Empire
Catholic Spain and the New World (America)
The army of Hernan Cortes and the Aztec Empire
Christian Europe and the Islamic Empire
7
Why was gold and silver important in the Renaissance?
It could be used to buy resources a nation lacked
All of the above
It was needed to support a nation's economy
It could fund a nation's military
8
Which statement best describes the Spanish approach to battle?
Tight formations of fighters
Strength through number of fighters
Guerilla warfare
Stealth tactics
9
The Aztecs placed special importance on...
brutality
education
farming
the equality of the sexes
10
Who did Spain send to search for a new source of gold and silver?
Christopher Columbus
Hernan Cortes
Queen Isabella
Montezuma II
11
The collapse of the Aztec Empire was partially due to...
the suddenness of the Spanish attack.
a lack of resources to fund an effective defence.
aid provided to the Spanish by surrounding enemy tribes.
influenza.
12
During the Reconquista, which concept was not incorporated into the Spanish worldview?
Skill in battle
Fairness
Brutality
Chivalry
13
What was the reward for capturing many enemy prisoners?
Large amounts of gold
A life partner
A plot of land
Social mobility (moving up in the hierarchy)
14
Which definition best describes imperialism?
Colonization.
The acquisition of resources or money through violent means.
The conquering of a nation.
The extension of power over a territory.
15
Which of the following best embodies the Aztec characteristic of trader?
Trading gold for food and items needed
Trading gold for slaves
Trading items for food and farming supplies
Trading farm goods for items needed
16
What statement best describes the worldview Spain adopted following the Spanish Reconquista?
The Islamic Empire was a threat to Europe.
None of the above
All of the above
Spreading Christianity was a fulfillment of God's plan.
17
The Spanish Conquistadors were confident that they could take on the Aztecs and win because of:
Their belief that God would intervene on their behalf
Their unrivalled skill in battle
Their tenacity in their pursuit of fame and glory
Their abundance of gold and resources
18
The Aztecs believed that human sacrifices were necessary to nourish their gods. Therefore...
killing enemies in battle was considered honourable.
All of the above
offering oneself as a sacrifice was honourable.
capturing enemies in battle was considered honourable.
19
Mercantilism is...
the belief in the occult.
the idea that merchants and trade are important to society.
the idea that pillaging and looting lead to prosperity.
the belief that a nation is dependant on resources.
20
As a result of Cortes' 'Marriage Law,' which mixed race was created?
The Métis
The Mestizos
The Mesoamericans
The Spaztecs
21
The encomiendas system involved all of the following aspects with the exception of:
Aztecs worked under Spanish masters
Spanish settlers were able to gain wealth with little labour
Aztecs worked on Spanish farms and mines for little pay
The needs of the Spanish outweighed those of the Aztecs
22
The Aztec culture and identity was drastically altered due to which main reason?
Aztec historical records were burned
Not many Aztecs survived the Spanish invasion
Aztec temples and Codices were destroyed
The creation of a mixed race (Spanish/Aztec intermarriage)

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