Ch. 8 Flashcards
Define Calpolli
Family Clans-people who lived together either because of a blood relation or because they both did the same type of work
What is the Aztec hierarchy from top to bottom?
Emperor, Nobility/Priests, Merchants/Artisans/Soldiers, Farmers/Fishers/Women, Slaves
What were the two main roles of the emperor?
Commander of the Army, Head of State
True or False: each calpolli clan elected a leader
True- they elected a captain and a council- which assigned land and houses and collected taxes.
How did merchants help enrich the Aztec state?
They added taxes to the items that they sold in the marketplace
How did Farmers help enrich the Aztec state?
They used a portion of their cops for taxes, as well as donated labour for projects for the state
What was the role of Artisans in Aztec society?
They created luxury pieces of art, including mask, and clothing. Feather were the most valued item
True or False: the Tlateloco Market’s ONLY purpose was to sell goods
False: it was also used as a place to socialize
What are the clothing and housing laws?
- Commoners were not allowed to wear cotton
2. Only Nobleman and chieftans could add a second storey to their houses
Define: Calmecac
School for the nobles- they were taught reading and writing
Define telpochalli
School for the commoners- they were taught verbally only (no reading or writing)
True or False: only boys who wanted to become warriors became on
False: all boys became warriors- at the age of 15, they took an active role in battle
What are the 5 terms of an ideal aztec citizen?
Courage, Self-Sacrifice, Modest, Clean Living, and Obidience
How could slaves gain their freedom?
Running to the emperors temple without being caught
TWO things to remember about slaves
- It was not shameful to be a slave (just bad luck)
2. Slavery was NOT permanent
