Land, tribute and the role of elites (OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project)): Quizzes
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How often was tribute collected in the Aztec Empire?
How often was tribute collected in the Aztec Empire?
Every 80 days, 6 months, or 1 year
Which groups were exempt from paying tribute in the Aztec Empire?
Which groups were exempt from paying tribute in the Aztec Empire?
Orphans, minors, and beggars
What were Aztec farmers taxed on?
What were Aztec farmers taxed on?
Crops produced
What were the official tribute collectors called?
What were the official tribute collectors called?
Calpixque
What happened if someone failed to pay tribute?
What happened if someone failed to pay tribute?
Slavery and confiscation of property
Which items were included in Aztec tribute?
Which items were included in Aztec tribute?
Warrior costumes, paper, and feathers
What role did a pochteca perform?
What role did a pochteca perform?
Military spy and tribute administrator
How were members of the Aztec nobility recognised?
How were members of the Aztec nobility recognised?
Lavish feather garments
What were the three categories of Aztec nobility?
What were the three categories of Aztec nobility?
Tlatoani, tetecuhtin, pipiltin
What was the status of conquered lands if they paid tribute?
What was the status of conquered lands if they paid tribute?
Left autonomous