Introduction to Aztec Warfare Lesson

A 19th century depiction of Aztec warriors
A 19th century depiction of Aztec warriors. Tovar, J. D., Phillipps, E. & Jay I. Kislak Collection. (1830) Historia de Mexico with the Tovar calendar. Public Domain. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2007581897/

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of warfare in Aztec society. They will develop an awareness of the roles, responsibilities, and the development of warriors over time. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, including reading, and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Readings


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Aztec Warfare Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables. 

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Aztec Warfare Research Worksheet.docx
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Test your learning



Extension activities



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