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How is Moctezuma II often portrayed in historical sources?

  • As a magnanimous host

  • As a fierce warrior

  • As weak-willed

  • As an immortal deity

Answer

Moctezuma II, the last Aztec emperor, is often portrayed in historical sources as weak-willed and indecisive. He is depicted as a leader who was unable to effectively resist the Spanish conquest, and who ultimately met his demise due to his own failings. This portrayal has been shaped by a combination of Spanish colonial accounts and later interpretations that emphasize Moctezuma's supposed flaws and weaknesses.
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