Question

Which of the following factors played a role in the downfall of the Aztec civilization?

Diseases introduced by the Spaniards
An extensive drought over many years
Attacks from neighboring civilizations
A volcanic explosion that killed crops 100 PTS

Answer 1

Diseases introduced by the Spaniards

Step-by-step explanation:

Smallpox spread among the indigenous people and crippled their ability to resist the Spanish. The disease devastated the Aztec people, greatly reducing their population and killing an estimated half of Tenochtitlan's inhabitants.