Mesoamerica - Unit 1.4
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Aztecs
Militaristic civilization living in a marsh, practiced human sacrifices, and had a tributary system.
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Corn
Very important crop in Mesoamerica.
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Inca
Civilization with notable roads, labor instead of taxes, and kept records with knotted strings.
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Mayans
Most advanced civilization in the Americas with advanced calendar and architecture.
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Mummification
Practice of preserving bodies after death, seen in the Inca civilization.
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Number 0
Concept developed by the Mayans, showing their advanced mathematical knowledge.
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Spanish Conquest
Event where the Spanish conquered both the Aztec and Inca civilizations.
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Tributary System
System practiced by the Aztecs where conquered territories paid tribute.