Question

Which statements describe an event that contributed to the decline of the Aztec Empire?

Choose all answers that are correct.

Question 4 options:

The Aztecs welcomed the Spanish with gifts.


The Spanish took Moctezuma prisoner.


Cortés gave up his desire for more gold.


Smallpox weakened the Aztecs’ ability to resist.

Answer 1

Answer:

Smallpox, the Aztecs welcoming the Spanish and the Spanish taking Moctezuma prisoner.

Explanation:

The smallpox greatly contributed to the decline of 90% Native Americans after the Spanish arrived. After the Aztecs welcomed Cortes and his crew with lavish gifts, they eventually wanted more of their wealth, which led Cortes to take Moctezuma as a prisoner and join up with the enemies of the Aztecs to destroy Tenochtitlan.