Question

Name two reasons why Cortes was able to defeat Montezuma 1._______________________ 2.______________________

Answer 1

1. Superior Weapons.

Spanish weaponry was far superior to anything used by the Aztecs or Incas.

2. Alliances and Experience.

The invading Spanish forces also took advantage of internal divisions within the Aztec and Inca empires.

Answer 2

1. Superior Weapons. Spanish weaponry was far superior to anything used by the Aztecs or Incas.

2. Alliances and Experience. The invading Spanish forces also took advantage of internal divisions within the Aztec and Inca empires.