This document contains 11 multiple choice questions about the history and culture of Mexico. It asks for dates of independence, definitions of ethnic groups, materials used in construction, periods of Mexican history, the conquering force of the Aztecs in 1519, the name of the Aztec capital city, important foods, and the group found in the Yucatan peninsula from 250-900 AD. It also asks for the year a civil war began in Mexico and requests a 4-5 sentence summary of the conquering of Mexico and its lasting effects on the people.

1. Homework for The People of Mexico Packet
****Answer in Complete Sentences****
1. What year did Mexico gain its independence?
2. Define mestizo.
3. What is abobe?
4. Name the three periods of Mexican history?
5. Whp conquered the Aztecs in 1519?
6. Around 1200, the Mexicans were also known as the what?
7. What is the most important food in Mexico?
8. What was the name of the Aztec capital city?
9. Which group was found in the Yucatan peninsula from 250 to 900 A.D.?
10. What year did civil war begin in Mexico?
11. Please summarize the conquering of Mexico, and the lasting affects that it had on
the people of the country. (4-5 Sentences)
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