1. Rise : CE - Fall 1521
Aztec

2. Aztecs Rise of the Aztecs:
Emerged around 1200 and thrived between s
Religious beliefs important
Theocracy
Powerful army
Empire of tribute states
Civilization Rose Because:
They had a united culture
They were loyal to their emperor
They added lands through military conquest, power, and used prisoners for religious sacrifice
The adding of lands provided wealth

3. Aztecs Reasons for Decline:
Many physical and human resources used for religious activities
The need for prisoners changed warfare style to less deadly and less aggressive
Tribute states became rebellious and needed to be controlled
Spanish domination and European diseases; Defeat by the Spanish and their Native allies in 1521

4. Aztec - Society Social hierarchy Emperor
Nobles: military leaders, gov’t officials, and priests
Commoners
Slaves
Aztec - Society

5. Aztec - Political Empire of tribute states
Aztecs took over neighboring areas…allowed local rulers to stay in power as long as they paid tribute
Aztec - Political