1. What challenges did the Inca face because of their geographic context?
The Inca Empire controlled a diverse area that included:
- The Pacific Ocean coast (west): Provided food from marine life but had a desert-like climate, making agriculture difficult.
- The Andes Mountains (center): High, rugged mountains with cold, snow-capped peaks, fertile river valleys, and plateaus suitable for agriculture, but prone to earthquakes.
- The Amazon River Basin (east): A humid rainforest good for growing tropical crops, but large-scale agriculture was challenging.
Each region had its advantages and disadvantages, posing various challenges for the Inca.