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Define Imperialism
What is a policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.
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When did the Spanish arrive in the Americas?
The Spanish first arrived in the Americas in 1492
100
What materials did the Inca produce or create?
The Inca produced and created a wide range of materials, excelling in textiles from llama and alpaca wool, metalwork using gold, silver, and copper, and ceramics
100
Which conquistador was responsible for the contact with the Aztec Empire?
The conquistador responsible for the initial contact with the Aztec Empire was Hernán Cortés.
100
What materials did the Aztecs produce or create?
The Aztecs created a wide array of materials, including complex textiles and pottery, along with sophisticated metalwork in gold, silver, and copper.
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What is the Capital of the Aztec Empire.
Tenochtitlan
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When did the Spanish come in contact with the Aztec Empire?
The Spanish made initial contact with the Aztec Empire in April 1519
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When was the Inca Empire defeated?
The Inca Empire was defeated in 1532.
200
How many causalities did the Spanish have during the Battle of Cajamarca?
The Spanish had zero casualties, although one soldier was wounded during the brief but decisive encounter.
200
The colonisation and destruction of the Americas was summarised into 3 words, what where they?
"Gold, Glory, God".
300
When did the Spanish attack the Inca Capital
The Spanish, led by Francisco Pizarro, attacked and captured the Inca capital of Cusco on November 15, 1533.
300
What was the Spanish’ army size at the Battle of Cajamarca?
The Spanish army at the Battle of Cajamarca consisted of approximately 168 men, which included 106 infantry, 62 cavalry, and a small number of additional soldiers and indigenous allies.
300
Where the Aztecs and Incas colonised?
YES. By August of 1521, the glorious city of Tenochtitlan was in ruins. The Aztec lands were renamed "New Spain" and the colonization process began.
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Name ONE advantage the Spanish had against the Aztecs:
One major advantage the Spanish had over the Aztecs was their superior military technology
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What happened on November 16, 1532?
November 16, 1532 Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro launches a surprise attack on the Inca city of Cajamarca, Peru
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The Inca Empire is located on what continent?
The Inca Empire was located on the continent of South America.
400
Name 3 Aztec Gods
Huitzilopochtli (god of sun and war), Quetzalcoatl (god of knowledge, wind, and wisdom), and Tezcatlipoca (god of night, destiny, and smoking mirror).
400
Who is Columbus?
Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer and navigator who led four Spanish-sponsored voyages across the Atlantic, beginning in 1492.
400
Which conquistador was responsible for the contact with the Inca Empire?
Francisco Pizarro was the conquistador responsible for the initial, direct contact with the Inca Empire and its subsequent conquest.
400
What colonial nation was formed after the defeat of the Aztec Empire?
The colonial nation formed after the defeat of the Aztec Empire was New Spain, which was a Spanish overseas kingdom that later became Mexico.
500
Define Indoctrination?
the process of teaching a person or group to accept a set of beliefs uncritically.
500
How many people died during the Battle of Cajamarca?
During the Battle of Cajamarca, an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 Inca soldiers and attendants were killed.
500
Who was the last Emperor abd how did he die?
Túpac Amaru, he was captured and executed.
500
Why did the Spanish conquer the Americas?
The Spanish conquered the Americas primarily due to the motives of acquiring wealth, power, and territory.
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What colonial nations was formed after the defeat of the Inca Empire?
Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and parts of Colombia, Chile, and Argentina.