1. Do Now: What is the difference between a fact & opinion? -give an example of each, 1 fact & 1 opinion

3. GeographyGovernmentEconomy -Located on the west coast of South America in the Andes Mountains. - It was the largest of all Mesoamerican civilizations -Ruled by an all powerful emperor who was worshipped as a descendant of the Sun God. - Several classes of people existed – priests were the highest, followed by soldiers, then artisans, farmers, then slaves (conquered people) -Based on agriculture, the Incas carved flat terraces into the mountainous terrain of the Andes in order to grow crops. - Developed an extensive system of irrigation to water crops. - Extensive system of roads built to encourage trade within the empire.

4. Examine DBQs 1 – 3 Use your notes to answer in FULL SENTENCES

5. What is the most important fact to know about the Incas?