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AZTEQUIZ no. 1 (fairly easy)

01: Where is the famous headdress of the emperor Moctezuma II kept today?

02: Which famous English sculptor was strongly influenced by the ancient Mexican ‘chac mool’ reclining figures?

03: What was the name of the first Aztec emperor/king?

04: When were Aztec women considered to be warriors?

05: In which year did the Spanish arrive in Mexico?

06: How many different types of school did the Aztecs have?

07: Which colour was most precious to the Aztecs?

08: At what age were Aztecs allowed to get drunk?

09: How did the Aztec emperor enjoy fresh fish from the coast every day?

10: Which creature did the Aztecs believe guided you to the next world?

11: What did the ball represent in the ancient Mesoamerican ball game?

12: What was a rabbit associated with in Aztec beliefs?

13: If you had led a good productive life, what did the Aztecs compare you with?

14: What does the nickname ‘Montezuma’s watch’ refer to?

15: What was Tezcatlipoca’s favourite disguise?

16: Which number daysign (out of 20) is Tec (tecpatl - blade)?

17: What did the Aztecs believe they would receive in return for feeding bodies to the earth (god)?

18: How many rubber balls were sent each year in tribute to Tenochtitlan for the ritual ballgame?

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