2. How were the cultures of the Inca and Aztec Empires impacted by European exploration and colonization during the 16th century? Select TWO answers D Inca and Aztec languages and traditions. European colonization resulted in the complete presenvation of the D social structures of the inca and Azties, people European colonization had litte to no effect on the daily lives and The European colonizers destoyed many cultural and religious symbols, including temples and arthicts, of the linca and Aztec civilizations The inca and Artec Empires' art forms and architectural styles infuenced European culture leading to a cultural exhange Both the inca and Autiec noligions were suppressed and Next >

## Step 1<br />The question is asking about the impact of European exploration and colonization on the cultures of the Inca and Aztec Empires during the 16th century. The options provided are:<br /><br />1. European colonization resulted in the complete preservation of the languages and traditions of the Inca and Aztec people.<br />2. European colonization had little to no effect on the daily lives and social structures of the Inca and Aztec people.<br />3. The European colonizers destroyed many cultural and religious symbols, including temples and artifacts, of the Inca and Aztec civilizations.<br />4. The Inca and Aztec Empires' art forms and architectural styles influenced European culture leading to a cultural exchange.<br />5. Both the Inca and Aztec religions were suppressed and replaced by Christianity.<br /><br />## Step 2<br />The first option is incorrect because European colonization did not result in the complete preservation of the languages and traditions of the Inca and Aztec people. In fact, the opposite is true. The colonizers often suppressed indigenous languages and traditions.<br /><br />## Step 3<br />The second option is also incorrect. European colonization had a significant impact on the daily lives and social structures of the Inca and Aztec people. The colonizers often imposed their own social and political structures on the indigenous populations.<br /><br />## Step 4<br />The third option is correct. The European colonizers often destroyed many cultural and religious symbols, including temples and artifacts, of the Inca and Aztec civilizations. This was part of their efforts to suppress indigenous cultures and impose their own.<br /><br />## Step 5<br />The fourth option is also correct. The Inca and Aztec Empires' art forms and architectural styles influenced European culture leading to a cultural exchange. This is evident in the many European buildings and structures that incorporate elements of Inca and Aztec design.<br /><br />## Step 6<br />The fifth option is incorrect. While both the Inca and Aztec religions were suppressed and replaced by Christianity, this was not the primary impact of European colonization on their cultures.