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What was the Inca Empire and why was it significant? (1 point)
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The Inca Empire was an empire that ruled over large parts of eastern South America. It
was vast in geographical reach and diverse in the people who were a part of the empire.
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Correct answer (1 point): The Inca Empire was an empire that ruled over large parts of western South America. It was vast in geographical reach and diverse in the peoples it included.

Why it was significant (brief): It was the largest pre‑Columbian empire in the Americas (centered in modern Peru, extending into Ecuador, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina), notable for its sophisticated administration, road and communication systems, terraced agriculture and irrigation, impressive stone architecture (e.g., Machu Picchu), and use of quipu for record‑keeping—all of which integrated many different cultures across a huge territory.