How did the religious beliefs of moctezuma i lead to the expansion of the aztec empire? a. he took over neighboring lands to build larger temples to the aztec gods. b. he conquered other cities to sacrifice the people in them to an aztec god. c. he converted other groups to his religion, and they surrendered their land to the aztecs. d. he seized nearby lands to reclaim ancient aztec burial grounds.

The correct option is B. He conquered other cities to sacrifice the people in them to an Aztec god.

Explanation:

The ruler, Moctezuma I, was an Aztec emperor who promoted the Aztec civilization in many parts of the world. The Aztec empire massively expanded during his rule. Moctezuma I brought many changes in the political world during his rule.

He conquered lands and killed people in them to be served to his Aztec Gods. Till today, the Aztec calendar has festivals in which humans are slaughtered to be served to their Gods.

The correct answer is option B) He conquered other cities to sacrifice the people in them to an Aztec god

Explanation

Moctezuma I brought several political changes throughout his reign. The Aztec civilization became known among other countries of the world due to its massive expansion.

He initiated the tradition of killing people for the purpose of pleasing his Gods. This practice is still prevalent in the Aztec calendars where humans are slaughtered for the Gods.

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