A Mexica woman who died in childbirth

A. was seen as a sign of the gods' displeasure with the tribe.
B. suffered the greatest shame for her inability to serve the state.
C. was denied the right to pass on to the afterworld.
D. won the same fame as warriors who died valiantly in battle.
E. was considered to be a sacrifice to the rain god.


Answer: D

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