What was the role of human sacrifice in the major civilizations of Mesoamerica and South America? (10 points)

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The role of human sacrifice in the major civilizations of Mesoamerica and South Americait was a repayment for the sacrifices the gods had themselves made in creating the world and the sun. 
The human sacrifice was considered a high honor, a direct communion with a god.Specially chosen individuals were dressed as a particular god before the sacrifice.

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