Question

Explain ONE reason why the people living under Aztec rule wanted a change in rulers at the time the Europeans arrived.

Answer 1

Answer:

The Aztec ruled over a large Empire that included most of Central and Southern Mexico. They had subjugated other peoples like the neighboring Tlaxcaltecas, who were in fact crucial for the Spanish Conquest.

The Aztec were often very ruthless against their subjects. They extracted onerous economic tribute, and also practiced human sacrifices, often killing people from the subjugated tribes.