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What is the meaning of 'Presagios'?
Omens or signs that foretell future events.
What is the meaning of 'Soberanía'?
Supreme power or authority; the right to govern.
What is the meaning of 'Asimilación'?
The process of adapting or adjusting to the culture of a group or nation.
What is the meaning of 'Sincretismo'?
The amalgamation or attempted reconciliation of different religions, cultures, or schools of thought.
What is the meaning of 'Nahual'?
A guardian spirit, usually an animal, that protects a person or community.
What is the meaning of 'Mullisma'?
A mysterious substance that fell from the sky, interpreted as a bad omen.
What is the meaning of 'Tlatelolco'?
An important pre-Columbian city, part of modern-day Mexico City.
What is the meaning of 'Tenochtitlan'?
The capital of the Aztec empire, now Mexico City.
What is the meaning of 'Tlaxcala'?
An indigenous city-state that allied with the Spanish against the Aztecs.
What is the meaning of 'Mexicatl'?
Refers to the people of the Aztec empire, also known as the Mexica.
What does 'presagios' mean?
Omens or signs that foretell future events.
What does 'vencidos' mean?
The defeated or conquered ones.
What does 'soberanía' mean?
Sovereignty or supreme power or authority.
What does 'sincretismo' mean?
The amalgamation or attempted amalgamation of different religions, cultures, or schools of thought.
What does 'náhuatl' mean?
A language or group of languages of the Uto-Aztecan family, spoken in central Mexico.
What does 'crónicas' mean?
Historical accounts or records of events in chronological order.
What is the meaning of 'Mullisma'?
A mysterious substance that fell from the sky, interpreted as a bad omen.
What does 'Mexicatl' refer to?
The people of Mexico-Tenochtitlan, also known as the Aztecs.
What does 'Tlatelolco' signify?
One of the major cities in the Aztec empire, known for its large marketplace.
What does 'Tenochtitlan' signify?
The capital city of the Aztec empire, now Mexico City.
What was the significance of omens in Aztec culture?
Omens were seen as warnings or signs from the gods, predicting future events and influencing decisions.
What role did religion play in Aztec society?
Religion was central to Aztec life, influencing politics, social structure, and daily activities.
How did the Spanish conquest affect indigenous spiritual beliefs?
The Spanish conquest led to the suppression of indigenous religions and the imposition of Catholicism.
What is the importance of 'Visión de los Vencidos'?
It provides an indigenous perspective on the Spanish conquest, challenging the dominant Spanish narrative.
How did the alliance between Tlaxcala and the Spanish impact the Aztecs?
Tlaxcala's alliance significantly weakened the Aztecs, contributing to their defeat.
What was the significance of Tenochtitlan?
Tenochtitlan was the capital city of the Aztec empire, a major center of power, culture, and religion.
How did the Aztecs interpret natural phenomena?
Natural events were often seen as omens or signs from the gods, carrying significant meaning.
What impact did the Spanish conquest have on indigenous social structures?
The conquest disrupted traditional social hierarchies and led to the imposition of a new colonial system.
How did the Spanish conquest affect the economy of the indigenous people?
The Spanish conquest led to the exploitation of resources and labor, causing economic upheaval for the indigenous population.
What is the role of oral tradition in preserving indigenous history?
Oral tradition played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting indigenous history and culture, especially after the conquest.