Question

Which of the following statements explains why the Aztec continually waged war? (1 point) Responses The Aztec needed prisoners of war to work the land. The Aztec needed prisoners of war to work the land. The Aztec needed more people to help build their pyramids. The Aztec needed more people to help build their pyramids. The Aztec needed prisoners of war for religious sacrifice. The Aztec needed prisoners of war for religious sacrifice. The Aztec needed to acquire more land for farming to feed their people.

Answer 1

The statement that best explains why the Aztec continually waged war is: "The Aztec needed prisoners of war for religious sacrifice." The Aztecs had a religious belief that required them to perform sacrifices, and they often captured prisoners in battle to fulfill this religious practice.