Question

Which achievement was Vasco da Gama known for?

A.
found an eastward sea route to reach India

B.
sponsored over 50 voyages of exploration for Portugal

C.
used his power and position to finance a fleet of 23 ships to reach the riches of Madagascar

D.
became the first person to sail all the way around the world

Answer 1

The aspect that best describes Aztec's civilization is C. practiced human sacrifice to keep Huitzilopotchli strong. The Aztec civilization was extremely warlike and extremely religious. [ They performed human sacrifices to their gods, especially Huitzilopotchli (Huitzilopotchli), the head god who they identified with the Sun and with war. They also were quite advanced with their technology in building. As with the Mayans, they were very devout about their complex religion. They would even sacrifice children because they believed their hearts were pure. The priests would also give blood once a month to feed the gods.