How did Malinche contribute to Hernando Cortés's conquest of the Aztec empire?
A) She betrayed her own mother, the ruler of the Chontal Maya.
B) She was held hostage until her people gave him more gold.
C) She interpreted Spanish and Nathuatl languages so he could speak with native people.
D) She revealed the fastest route to their capital at Tenochtitlán.

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Malinche, also known as Doña Marina, was a bilingual interpreter who could speak Spanish and the local language Nathuatl. This allowed Hernando Cortés to communicate with the native people of the Aztec empire and form alliances with local tribes who were enemies of the Aztecs. This was a crucial factor in Cortés's success in conquering the Aztecs. Choices A and B are incorrect because they are not related to Malinche's contributions to Cortés's conquest. Choice D is partially correct, but interpreting languages was her most significant contribution.

How Did Malinche Contribute to Hernando Cortés's Conquest of the Aztec