Class Structure
The Ruler
Where did the Aztec ruler live?
In a large palace in the capital city of Tenohtitlan
How many gods did the priests serve at a time?
They only served on at a time
What kind of work did they do
They were mainly farmers but also were builders,fishers,and craftsmen.
Who were the slaves?
They are people who owed debts and couldn't pay it back.
How much were the Aztecs society divided into
5
How was the Aztec ruler chosen
The Ruler was chosen by a group of nobles and priests
Did people think that the empire collected tribute?
No they did not collect tribute
Did peasants own land.
They did not own land
Were they treated fair?
They were not treated fair.
Name all the class structure in order.
The Ruler,Government officials priest and military,Commoners,Peasants,Slaves
Why was the Ruler thought to be powerful and important.
He was seen as a representative of the gods
Yes they've tried
Did peasants go to school?
Yes they did to learn basic skills
What kind of work did they do?
they worked in homes,on farms,or in temples.
What were the main social classes in Aztec society?
The main classes were nobles
What were the main duties as a ruler
To led armies,make laws.
How many religions did the priests conduct?
They conduct all religions
How did peasants pay their taxes?
In the form of crops,goods,and labor.
Could slaves earn their freedom
Yes by buying their freedom or being set free by their owners
Could people move from one to another in Aztec empire
Yes but it was rare
What was the title of the Ruler
Huey Tlatoani/Great Speaker
What did the emperor work as?
They worked as judges
How much percent of Aztecs were peasants
30%
How can someone become a slave
by committing a crime and not being able to pay debts.