Question

Were the Aztecs violent? Why or why not? IN YOUR OWN WORDS PLEASE

Answer 1

Answer: The Aztecs were violent.

Explanation:

Many elements indicate violence in Aztec society. Even before they crystallized into a great civilization, they conquered many smaller tribes forced to pay taxes. Aztec religious beliefs were violent. Namely, they believed that if they did not sacrifice many people, the gods would receive a great punishment. A large number of prisoners of war and members of smaller tribal communities were sacrificed for that purpose. The Aztec society was militaristic organized, and the bravest had a large part in society. The Aztecs expanded the borders of their empire by violence and territorial expansion at the expense of others. All these factors indicate a high rate of violence in Aztec society.