Which of the following best explains why the Aztecs were so warlike? A) They had to defend themselves and their children against the violent bird gods.

B) They were bloodthirsty beings that constantly needed to fight to satisfy their
craving for war.

C) They believed that their sun god needed human blood, which made them always
fight in wars so they could get prisoners of war to sacrifice.

D) They were actually peaceful people, but they were constantly invaded and had
to protect their land, which only made them appear to be warlike.