Question

What happened during Pizarro's first expedition to the Inca Empire?

1) The Incas welcomed Pizarro with gifts and accommodations for the night.
2) The Incas hid from Pizarro until he and his crew left.
3) The Incas called for backup from other native tribes and waged war.
4) The Incas had warriors assembled along the shore to repel Pizarro and his crew.

Answer 1

During Pizarro's first expedition, he captured the Inca emperor Atahualpa, took control of Cuzco, and executed Atahualpa despite a large ransom offer.

Option 1.

Step-by-step explanation:

During Pizarro's first expedition to the Inca Empire, he arrived in Peru in 1532 with 168 men. He sent an envoy to the Inca emperor, Atahualpa, to assure him that the Spanish meant no harm.

Atahualpa agreed to meet with Pizarro, but when they arrived, Pizarro's forces opened fire and killed thousands of Inca soldiers. A

tahualpa was captured and despite offering a large ransom, Pizarro had him executed. Pizarro then seized control of Cuzco, the Inca capital.