Asked by mariama sesay on Sep 27, 2024

The feathered serpent is one guise of which Mesoamerican Mexican deity?

A) Tlaloc
B) Coatlicue
C) Quetzalcoatl
D) Coyolxauhqui

Feathered Serpent

A mythological creature or deity found in various Mesoamerican cultures, often associated with Quetzalcoatl among the Aztecs and Kukulkan among the Maya, symbolizing fertility and the cosmic balance.

Mesoamerican

Pertaining to the region and cultures of central and southern America before the Spanish conquest, including the Maya, Aztec, and Olmec civilizations.

Quetzalcoatl

A Mesoamerican deity whose name means 'Feathered Serpent,' revered in various cultures such as the Aztec and Maya, symbolizing fertility, creativity, and the cosmic.

  • Identify and describe key Mesoamerican deities and their representations.