Part 2
Develop your own question about these two civilizations. This should be information
that is not found in your textbook.
Once you have a question identified, set about trying to answer it. You should use
credible outside sources to locate the answer.
When you do your research, you may decide to use internet resources. Please use
the Website Evaluation Checklist to judge the quality of each website. Ask your
teacher if you have any questions about the checklist or a website.
Write your original question here:
Provide the answer to your original question here. Your answer should contain
information about both of your chosen civilizations. Use complete sentences.
Provide a citation for your source(s) here. Use the APA Style: Citing Sources and
Formatting guide from the lesson to help you.
Original question: What religious beliefs did the Aztecs and Incas have in common?
Answer: Both the Aztecs and Incas had a polytheistic religious belief system and worshipped multiple gods. They believed in a supreme god who created the universe and ruled over all, and there were various other gods associated with different aspects of life such as fertility, agriculture, and warfare. Rituals, sacrifices, and offerings were an integral part of their religious practices.
Citation:
"Inca Religion." Ancient History Encyclopedia, www.ancient.eu/Inca_Religion/.
"Lifeways: Religion." Aztec and Maya, www.aztec-history.com/aztec-religion.html.