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What is the meaning of 'Conquistador'?
A Spanish conqueror, especially of Mexico and Peru in the 16th century.
What is the meaning of 'Enumeración'?
A literary device involving a detailed list of things.
What is the meaning of 'Polisíndeton'?
The repetition of conjunctions (like 'y') in close succession.
What is the meaning of 'Asíndeton'?
The omission of conjunctions between words, phrases, or clauses.
What is the meaning of 'Narrador testigo'?
A witness narrator; a narrator who is a participant in the events they describe.
What is the meaning of 'Narratorio'?
A text that combines a letter format with a historical account.
What is the meaning of 'Tenochtitlán'?
The capital city of the Aztec Empire, now Mexico City.
What is the meaning of 'Vasalos'?
People under the protection of a feudal lord to whom they have vowed homage and fealty.
What is the meaning of 'Moctezuma'?
Also known as Montezuma II, he was the Aztec emperor at the time of the Spanish conquest.
What is the meaning of 'Mestizaje'?
The process of race mixing between Spaniards and Indigenous peoples.
What is the meaning of 'Conquistador'?
A Spanish conqueror, especially of Mexico and Peru in the 16th century.
What is the meaning of 'Enumeración'?
A literary device involving a detailed list of things or events.
What is the meaning of 'Polisíndeton'?
The repetition of conjunctions (like 'y') in close succession.
What is the meaning of 'Asíndeton'?
The omission of conjunctions between words, phrases, or clauses.
What is the meaning of 'Narrador testigo'?
A witness narrator who narrates from their own experience as a participant.
What is the meaning of 'Narratorio'?
A text that combines a letter format with a historical account.
What is the meaning of 'Vasalos'?
A person or state in a subordinate position to another.
What is the meaning of 'Tenochtitlán'?
The capital city of the Aztec empire, located on an island in Lake Texcoco.
What is the meaning of 'Macehuales'?
Commoners in the Aztec society.
What is the meaning of 'Tlatoani'?
The Aztec ruler or king.
What was the main goal of the Spanish during the Age of Discovery?
To seek wealth, glory, and spread Christianity.
What is the significance of Cortés' letters to King Carlos V?
They served as both historical documents and persuasive writing, aiming to justify the conquest.
What does Cortés' description of Tenochtitlán reveal about Aztec society?
It highlights the sophistication, organization, and wealth of the Aztec civilization.
What role did religion play in the Spanish conquest?
The Spanish used religion as a justification for their conquest, viewing it as their duty to convert indigenous populations to Christianity.
What is the significance of human sacrifice in Aztec culture?
Human sacrifice was a significant religious ritual in Aztec culture, which Cortés often highlighted, sometimes to justify Spanish intervention.
What does the meeting between Cortés and Moctezuma symbolize?
It symbolizes the clash of two distinct civilizations and the beginning of the Spanish conquest.
How did the Aztecs perceive Cortés and his men initially?
Initially, the Aztecs perceived Cortés and his men as foreigners, and some believed them to be gods.
What was the purpose of the Aztec markets described by Cortés?
The markets were centers of commerce and social interaction, showcasing the variety and abundance of goods in Aztec society.
What is the significance of the natural resources described by Cortés?
The description of abundant natural resources emphasizes the potential wealth of the newly discovered lands, justifying Spanish interest.
How does Cortés portray the Aztec's luxurious lifestyle?
Cortés details the elaborate meals, service, and attire of the Aztec elite to highlight their sophistication and wealth.