What was Aztecs' main occupation?
The Aztecs made terraces, which were steps descending down a wall to control the flow of water.
This kept their crops from flooding. Like the Olmec civilization, the Aztecs also used a slash and burn method of farming. Chinampas, artificial islands made by weaving giant reed mats and covering them with mudded plants, were used to extend cropping into the swamp. Although they seemed to float, the chinampas were anchored to the ground by plant roots. All this helped the Aztecs grow abundance of corn, chili peppers, squash, tomatoes, beans, and other kinds of food.
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