Mexico's Independence

Which event occured in 1821?

• Texas had a boundary dispute with Mexico.

• Mexico invaded the Republic of Texas.

• Mexico gained its independence from Spain.

• Texas invaded the country of Mexico.

Reorder the following

• Mexico's Independence

• Spain establishing missions.

• Spain expanding their empire

• Conquistadores coming to Texas.

Hidalgo's speech for Mexican independence is called?

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Mexico needs Independence

• Grito de Dolores

• Much Needed Advice.

People born in Spain which were the ruling class in Mexico's Society

• Natives-Indios

• Mestizos

• Creoles

• Spaniards

What was the main reason for Mexico's independence?

• Spaniards exploiting Mexicans and its land.

• Mexicans wanted France to be their mother country.

• Spaniards had no interest in Mexico

• The king of Spain wanted to colonize the U.S instead

What does a Viceroy do?

• represents the king and governs the land.

• represents the people of Mexico to the Spanish government.

• represents the queen and protect the people

• represents the king and makes sure people follow the law.

When does Mexico celebrate "Dia de Independencia"

• Mayo 5

• September 10

• October 17

• September 16

When was Mexico's independence?

• October 21, 1810-October 25, 1814

• September 16, 1810-September 27, 1821

• October 3, 1830-October 10. 1836

• September 14, 1815-September 15, 1821

In what situation, did Spain leave Mexico in?

• Mexico was thriving after Spain was defeated.

• Spain was trying to help Mexico pick themselves up, after the war.

• Spain left Mexico in a poor state with a ruined economy.

• Spain is still helping Mexico as of today.

Who can we compare Spain to to?

• Cabeza de Vaca

• Professor X

• King Patrick

• La Gordi Loca