The word that the Spanish used to describe the leader of an expedition to colonize other lands.
Conquistador
100
Emperor of the Aztecs when the Spanish came
Who is Moctezuma?
100
An Aztec weapon that could cut like a knife, but shattered against very hard surfaces, It was designed for swinging or chopping with two hands.
What is a war club?
100
A social Hierarchy with an emperor in control.
Three levels: Emperor, Nobility and priests, Commoners and Slaves.
What was the Aztec social structure?
100
destroyed and burned
What happened to the Aztec temples and religious symbols after the conquest of the Aztec empire.
200
Language spoken by the Aztecs
Nahuatl
200
A steel Spanish weapon that was designed for slashing and stabbing and was as sharp as a razor. Only required one hand.
What is a Sword?
200
Social Hierarchy. Four Levels: The Spanish Crown, Governor or Viceroy, Conquistadors and Settlers, Aztec People
What was the Spanish social structure? (After Tenochtitlan conquest)
200
-taking over Tenochtitlan
- he brought over Spanish men to marry Indigenous women and have children
How did Cortes intend to colonize New Spain?
300
A disease that spreads rapidly and affects many individuals at the same time.
Epidemic
300
An intermediary between Cortes and Moctezuma. She could speak Nahautl, Spanish, and Mayan.
Who is Malinche (Dona Maria)?
300
A Spanish weapon that could shoot a wooden arrow with such force that it could penetrate even the thickest armour.
What is a Crossbow?
300
Before the Spanish conquest it was based off of tribute and tax.
What was the Aztec economy based on?
300
-weapons
-allies
-disease
-dogs and horses(psychological)
-religion
What advantages did the Spanish have in the war between the Aztecs?
400
Someone who acts as a go-between or mediator between 2 people or groups of people.
Intermediary
400
A Spanish conquistador who went on Columbus's second voyage, later became a governer.
Who is Velazques?
400
An Aztec weapon where the ends were made of hardened wood. The Aztecs would try to get close to their enemies and thrust the spears at unprotected areas.
What is a wooden spear?
400
The system where Aztecs were slaves in the Spanish colonies after the conquest of Tenochtitlan.
What is the enconmienda system?
400
1519
What year did Cortes land in america?
500
A Spanish weapon over two metres long and had a spear blade, an axe point, and a hook
What is a Halberd?
500
King of Spain in 1504, Sent Franciscan priests to Mexico City
Who is King Carlos I?
500
A piece of of jointed wood that allowed an Aztec soldier to throw a short spear great distances with great force.
What is an atlatl?
500
-It had greatly harmed the Indigenous people
-it caused resentment among the indigenous people
-Indigenous people should not be forced to work, as the Church leaders say
What were the negative affects of the enconmienda system?
500
the sad night
What was the retreat of the Spanish soldiers called?