Aztec Empire

• 1400's - The Aztecs conquered neighboring peoples, becoming an empire.
• Empire - a large group or government that controls other groups or governments
• By 1500, the Aztecs ruled millions of people
• People revolted against high taxes and human sacrifices, only to lose to the powerful Aztec army.

Aztec Religion

• Religion was central to Aztec life.
• The sun god was especially important.
• Thousands of prisoners were sacrificed to the Aztec gods.