The Fall of Tenochtitlan (1521, Mexico) — Questions and answers

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How did Montezuma II feel about the omens?

Choices

  1. He was excited.
  2. He was happy.
  3. He was worried. ✓
  4. He was confused.

Answer: He was worried.

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What did Omar call the Spanish ships?

Choices

  1. Small canoes
  2. Floating mountains ✓
  3. Giant birds
  4. Metal boats

Answer: Floating mountains

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What did Montezuma call Cortés when he welcomed him?

Choices

  1. A warrior
  2. A guest
  3. Quetzalcoatl ✓
  4. An emperor

Answer: Quetzalcoatl

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What powerful weapon did Vera overhear Cortés talking about?

Choices

  1. A metal sword
  2. A floating mountain
  3. A fire-stick ✓
  4. A feathered serpent

Answer: A fire-stick

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How did Cortés feel after seeing the ruins of Tenochtitlan?

Choices

  1. Excited and proud
  2. Sad and reflective ✓
  3. Angry and frustrated
  4. Happy and relieved

Answer: Sad and reflective

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