Daily Life
Who was the leader of the inca?
Sapa Inca
What sacrifices did the Incas consider most special and why?
Children because they were most pewer.
What were their 3 main crops?
Corn, potatoes, and quinoa.
Who did they believe was the creator?
Viracocha
Approximately how many people were in the inca?
Approx. 12,000,000
Who did they think was responsible for everything?
The
GODS
What was the punishment for minor crimes?
Losing your arms, legs, or both.
What would they do to mountains to have gardens for crops?
Terrace farming
Who was the most important god?
Inti
SUN GOD!!!!
How many miles of road did they have?
Approx. 20,000 miles
What was what was a required labor?
Mit'a labor
What is the punishment for cursing gods, commiting murder, and insulting Sapa Inca?
Thrown off a cliff.
What 2 animals were most important to them?
Llamas/Alpaca
Who was the earth god?
Pachamama
What famous mountain range was reffered as "home"?
The Andes mountain range.
Cuzco was the _______ city in the world while inca ruled.
The "Richest" city.
What is the most disgusting punishment?
Gouging out your eyes
What was their method to keep crops from spoiling?
Freeze drying
Who was the god of thunder and lightning?
Illapa
A stunning structure in Peru that shows off their building skills.
Macchu picchu
What does sapa inca mean in English?
Only ruler..
Why do they not commit crimes often?
What did they build to record taxes/keep records?
Quipu
Who is inti's wife?
Mama quilla
What would they use to build suspension bridges?
Hay, grass, etc.