Worldviews
What does the term "worldview" mean?
A perspective through which individuals interpret the world.
Name one technological advantage the Spanish had.
Steel swords or crossbows.
Who was Moctezuma?
The emperor of the Aztecs during the Spanish conquest.
What year did Cortés arrive in Mexico?
1519
Name one aspect of the Spanish worldview.
Beliefs about conquest and glory.
What weapon did the Aztecs use in battle?
War clubs or wooden spears
Who led the Spanish troops into Mexico?
Hernán Cortés.
What city did Cortés establish on the coast?
Veracruz
How did the Aztec worldview differ from the Spanish?
The Aztecs were polytheistic and the Spanish were monotheistic
How did horses impact the Spanish conquest?
Provided speed and mobility in battle.
What was Malinche’s role in the conquest?
She acted as a translator and advisor.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Tenochtitlan?
The Spanish defeated the Aztecs
What effect did Cortés's worldview have on his decisions?
It motivated him to pursue wealth and power aggressively.
How did the Aztecs react to muskets?
They were frightened and thought that they were producing thunder.
Describe one characteristic of Hernán Cortés.
He was ambitious and determined.
How did the smallpox epidemic affect the Aztecs?
It caused widespread death and weakened their society.
Why is it important to understand worldviews in history?
It helps explain why certain cultures dominated others.
What role did disease play in the conquest?
It weakened the Aztec population significantly.
How did Moctezuma respond to Cortés's arrival?
He welcomed them but was cautious.
What led to the collapse of the Aztec Empire? (3 things)
The combination of military technology, alliances, and disease led to its downfall.