Throughout history many people have formed together to create civilizations. Some civilizations were quickly eliminated. Others lasted for centuries. Three prime examples of long lasting civilizations were the Aztec, Maya, and Inca Empires. All existed in Central and South America. All thrived, which resulted in advancements in many fields that were equal, and often better than those made in Europe. All three could be called great civilizations. This raises the question, what makes a civilization …showed first 75 words of 611 total…

…showed last 75 words of 611 total…thrive in anytime period, anywhere in the world the people in that civilization must be content. The contentment of the people in a civilization is what ultimately leads to success. The Aztecs are a prime example. The Aztecs lived good lives. They had many amenities that most other civilization at the time did not have. They were not constantly warring with rival tribes. This contentment built the Aztec Empire and proved that happiness equals greatness.