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Multiple Choice Question
At the time of the Spanish arrival in the New World, what was true of Aztec society?
A.
It was highly centralized and militaristic with complex cities throughout its territory.

B.
It was greatly fragmented due to mounting tensions between the nobles and the ruler.

C.
It was primarily agricultural with small farming villages scattered throughout the region.

D.
It was in chaos as a result of years of famine that caused a civil war over resources.

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A. It was highly centralized and militaristic with complex cities throughout its territory.

The Aztec Empire centered on large, complex urban centers (most notably Tenochtitlán), operated a tribute-based, militaristic system of control, and maintained an organized political and religious hierarchy.