Montezuma II, the Aztec emperor, died as a result of injuries sustained at the hands of his own people during an Aztec revolt against the Spaniards. After initially being taken captive by Hernán Cortés, Montezuma attempted to calm his people and persuade them to accept the Spanish presence. However, tensions escalated, and during a confrontation with the Aztecs, he was struck by stones thrown by his own subjects, leading to his death. This context highlights the complex dynamics of power and resistance during the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire.
Explain what led to the death of Montezuma.(1 point)
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Montezuma died from illness after his initial meeting with Cortés.
Montezuma died from illness after his initial meeting with Cortés.
Montezuma died as a result of injuries sustained at the hands of his own people during an Aztec revolt against the Spaniards.
Montezuma died as a result of injuries sustained at the hands of his own people during an Aztec revolt against the Spaniards.
Montezuma died in a battle with Pedro de Alvarado while Cortés was away taking care of other business.
Montezuma died in a battle with Pedro de Alvarado while Cortés was away taking care of other business.
Montezuma was killed by his own people during his initial meeting with Cortés.
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