Question

The main reason why Atahualpa was captured in Cajamarca was because?

1) He was betrayed by his own men
2) He was outnumbered by the Spanish conquistadors
3) He was lured into a trap by Francisco Pizarro
4) He underestimated the Spanish military strength

Answer 1

Atahualpa was captured in Cajamarca because he was lured into a trap by Francisco Pizarro.

correct answer is 3

Step-by-step explanation:

The main reason why Atahualpa was captured in Cajamarca was because he was lured into a trap by Francisco Pizarro.

On November 16, 1532, Atahualpa agreed to meet Pizarro and his forces at Cajamarca in the highlands of Peru.

However, when Atahualpa and his unarmed escort arrived, the Spanish opened fire, killing many Inca and capturing Atahualpa.

correct answer is 3