Aztec Empire: Quiz 3

Aztec Empire: Quiz 3

The Aztec Empire

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Spring 1995

Quiz III

I. Short Answer (5 @ 5 points each = 25 points):

A. Discuss the major Mexica literary forms.

B. Discuss the nature of Mexica medicine.

C. Discuss the forms, distribution and possible uses of figurines among the Aztec.

D. Discuss the types of art objects which the Mexic make from wood and feathers.

E. Discuss the differences in form, style, and themes of the

Mexica monumental sculpture and small sculpture.

II. Identify the Mexica symbols on the accompanying page (17 @ 1

point each = 17 points):

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III. Identify and briefly discuss the Mexica emblems on the accompanying page (9 @ 2 points each = 18 points):

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IV. Identify and discuss the iconography and cultural significance of the pieces of monumental art the accompanying pages (4 @ 8

points each = 32 points):

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V. Identify the deity and/or some associated aspect of the deity represented by each pieces of sculpture on the accompanying

pages (8 @ 1 point each = 8 points):

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