Cortez + Aztecs Flashcards

1
Q

Where did cortez set sail from

A

Cuba

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2
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How many men did he have

A

600

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3
Q

Where did he want to explore

A

Mexico

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4
Q

What did he learn from the native people when he landed

A

About the Aztecs

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5
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Who welcomed cortez

A

The aztec ruler

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6
Q

What did cortez do to the aztec ruler

A

Took him as hostage. He killed him and cortez was forced to flee

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7
Q

What did the Spaniards to after the death of the aztec ruler

A

They laid a 3 month siege and captured their city. Soon after the rest of the aztecs were killed and cortez took their treasures and gold

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