AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Spanish conquistador who conquered the Aztec Empire was
A.Hernán Cortés
B.Francisco Pizarro
C.Christopher Columbus
D.Samuel de Champlain
Explanation
Core Concept
Cortés toppled the Aztec capital Tenochtitlán in 1521, aided by disease and thousands of Native allies resentful of Aztec rule.
Correct Answer
AHernán Cortés
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