The preterite tense is used to describe completed actions in the past, often used for narrating events in historical accounts.

The imperfect tense is used to describe ongoing actions, habitual actions, or to set the scene in the past, providing background information.

The impersonal 'se' is used to make statements without specifying who is performing the action, often used to describe general truths or customs.

The passive voice is formed using 'ser' + past participle. It's useful for emphasizing the action rather than the actor, common when the actor is unknown or unimportant.

The subjunctive mood is used to express doubt, uncertainty, wishes, or emotions. It is often found in clauses introduced by 'que' after verbs of doubt or emotion.

Similes are constructed using words like 'como' (like) or 'parecer' (to seem). They compare two unlike things to highlight a similarity.

Apostrophes are used to address someone or something that is not present or cannot respond, often conveying strong emotion.

Asyndeton is the omission of conjunctions between words, phrases, or clauses. It creates a sense of speed and urgency.

Conditional sentences are formed using the 'si' (if) clause. The most common structure is 'Si' + imperfect subjunctive, + conditional simple.

Conjunctions connect clauses in complex sentences, indicating relationships such as cause, condition, or contrast. Examples include 'porque' (because), 'si' (if), and 'aunque' (although).

'Se' is used to form impersonal sentences where the subject is not specified. Example: 'Se dice que...'

'Ser' is used for permanent characteristics, origin, and identity. 'Estar' is used for temporary states, location, and conditions.

The subjunctive mood expresses doubt, uncertainty, wishes, emotions, and opinions.

The preterite tense is used to describe actions that were completed in the past.

The imperfect tense is used to describe ongoing or habitual actions in the past, as well as descriptions of past states or conditions.

'Por' is used for cause, reason, or motive, while 'para' is used for purpose, goal, or destination.

The conditional tense is used to express what would happen under certain conditions or to make polite requests.

Reflexive verbs indicate that the subject is performing the action on themselves, using reflexive pronouns like 'me', 'te', 'se', 'nos', 'os', 'se'.

The pluperfect tense (pluscuamperfecto) is used to describe an action that had been completed before another action in the past.

Direct object pronouns (me, te, lo/la, nos, os, los/las) replace the direct object, while indirect object pronouns (me, te, le, nos, os, les) indicate to whom or for whom the action is done.

Omens were seen as warnings or signs from the gods, predicting future events and influencing decisions.

Religion was central to Aztec life, influencing politics, social structure, and daily activities.

The Spanish conquest led to the suppression of indigenous religions and the imposition of Catholicism.

It provides an indigenous perspective on the Spanish conquest, challenging the dominant Spanish narrative.

Tlaxcala's alliance significantly weakened the Aztecs, contributing to their defeat.

Tenochtitlan was the capital city of the Aztec empire, a major center of power, culture, and religion.

Natural events were often seen as omens or signs from the gods, carrying significant meaning.

The conquest disrupted traditional social hierarchies and led to the imposition of a new colonial system.

The Spanish conquest led to the exploitation of resources and labor, causing economic upheaval for the indigenous population.

Oral tradition played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting indigenous history and culture, especially after the conquest.