Exploring the Aztec Civilization
A Grade 6 social studies worksheet covering key aspects of the Aztec civilization, including their capital, achievements, religion, and decline.
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Exploring the Aztec Civilization
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. What was the capital city of the Aztec Empire?
Cuzco
Tenochtitlan
Tikal
Palenque
2. The Aztecs built artificial islands for farming called:
Terraces
Chinampas
Aqueducts
Pyramids
3. The Aztec Empire was located in what is now modern-day .
4. The Aztec religion was , meaning they worshipped many gods.
5. Describe one significant achievement of the Aztec civilization.
6. The Aztecs were conquered by Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés.
True
False
7. Observe the image of the Aztec Calendar Stone below. What does this artifact tell us about Aztec knowledge and culture?
