This Week in Core Aztec Page History Notebook

Inca Study Guide for Chapter 26

In general, having class notes complete is your best preparation for the history test.  In addition, you should master the Key Academic Vocabulary for social studies.  Finally, to hone your analytical thinking skills, think about the Essential Questions for this topic in history.

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Key Academic Vocabulary

Andes Mts.
Cuzco
quipu
road & relay system
Sapa Inca
ayllu system
government official
divination
oracle
Chosen Women

Essential Questions for Chapter 26

  1. How did the geography of the Inca empire present challenges?
  2. How did the Inca respond to these challenges?
  3. What were the roles of each Inca social class?
  4. Explain the importance of ayllus in Inca society.
  5. What made the Inca decide to expand their territory?
  6. What strategies did the Inca use to expand their control?
  7. How did the Inca empire fall?