The description of Tenochtitlan’s temples in Source 2 indicates that which of the following was true of Aztec society in the sixteenth century?

(A) It was outward-focused and relied upon networks of ocean trade. (B) It was highly complex and contained large numbers of skilled artisans. (C) It was egalitarian in its treatment of women. (D) It had largely peaceful relations with neighboring civilizations.Explanation: Cortés’s description of the grandeur and architectural mastery of the temple at Tenochtitlan supports other accounts from the sixteenth century, as well as archaeological evidence that points to the Aztecs being highly advanced, with well-developed institutions and vast building programs. Therefore, (B) is the best answer.