Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

5th grade social studies > The Aztec Empire > Flashcards

The Aztec Empire Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
Praxis (5004) - Elem. Ed: Social Studies flashcards Praxis (5904) - Elem. Ed: Three Subject Bundle - Social Studies flashcards Praxis (7004) - Elem. Ed: Social Studies flashcards
1
Q

Nomadic?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Causeway?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Where did the Aztec settle to build Tenochtitlan?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What does the legend suggest about the life of the Aztec before the founding of Tenochtitlan?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

How did the Aztec choose the site of which to build their city?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Canal?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What are some details that support the claim that the Aztecs were strong warriors?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

How large was the population of Tenochtitlan at its height?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

How did the Aztec people get around in Tenochtitlan?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Scribe?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

Codex?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Pictogram?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

How would you describe the homes of the Aztec people?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What special skills were involved in learning to be a priest?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

Why do you think the Aztec used a social class system where people were trained for different roles?

A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What were some items commonly traded at the central market in Tenochtitlan?

A
17
Q

Why was the central market often so crowded that the people there could be heard a mile away?

A
18
Q

How was the Aztec army organized?

A
19
Q

What happened to the people conquered by the Aztec?

A
20
Q

What did the Aztec believe about the end of the world?

A
21
Q

How did the Aztec beliefs about the end of world lead them to make human sacrifices?

A
22
Q

To whom were the shrines on the Great Temple dedicated?

A
23
Q

Why were priests and soldiers key elements of Aztec life?

A
24
Q

What made being in the army desirable for the Aztec?

A
25
Q

Reign?

A
26
Q

How was the Moctezuma carried around when he left the palace?

A
27
Q

What is meant by “disturbing things” that were happening during Moctezuma’s reign?

A
28
Q
A

5th grade social studies (3 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions