Mexico Part 1

Mexico

Part 1: The Making of the Modern State 

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What is unique about Mexico’s geography and population?

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Describe how colonial rule impacted the development of Mexico.

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Describe characteristics and consequences of the rule of Porifiro Diaz.

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Explain the significance of the Revolution of 1910.

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Describe the major ideas of the Constitution of 1917. How do they address problems in Mexico at the time it was written?

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Why was the PRI formed? What purpose did it serve? How was it able to dominate for 70 years?

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Define Clientelism (patron/client). What role did it play in the domination of the PRI?

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Define Corporatism. What role did it play in the domination of the PRI?

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Explain the significance of oil in Mexico’s economic development.

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Define Import Substitution Industrialization. Describe policies followed by Mexico that reflect ISI.

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Define neoliberalism. Describe neoliberal policies implemented by Mexico. Why were they implemented and what were the effects of these policies?

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What was the significance of the 2000 Presidential Election?