MILITARY DICTATORSHIPS IN LATIN AMERICA

Who was the leader of the military dictatorship in Chile during the 70s and 80s?

• Augusto Pinochet

• Hugo Chávez

• Fidel Castro

• Evo Morales

What was the name of the coup that overthrew the government of Salvador Allende in Chile?

• Chile Revolution of 1973

• Chile Insurrection of 1973

• Chile Uprising of 1973

• Chile Coup d'Etat of 1973

What was the role of Augusto Pinochet in the Chilean military dictatorship?

• Defender of human rights

• Activist for freedom of the press

• De facto president

• Democratic leader

What were some of the repressive policies implemented by Pinochet in Chile?

• Amnesty for political opponents

• Censorship of media, persecution of political opponents, repression of demonstrations

• Opening of media outlets

• Promotion of peaceful demonstrations

What historical event is known as the 'Dirty War' in Argentina?

• The May Revolution in 1810

• The military dictatorship in Argentina between 1976 and 1983

• The independence of Argentina in 1816

• The government of Juan Domingo Perón

Who were the main perpetrators of repression during the 'Dirty War' in Argentina?

• The union leaders

• The armed forces and security forces of the military government

• The human rights groups

• The common citizens

What was the main objective of the 'Operation Condor' in Latin America?

• Foster political participation of the opposition

• Promote democracy and human rights

• Repress political opposition and eliminate opponents

• Improve the economic conditions of the region

What Latin American countries were involved in 'Operation Condor'?

• Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru and Costa Rica

• Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Guyana and Suriname

• Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Panama and El Salvador

• Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia and Brazil

What was the role of Fulgencio Batista in the history of Cuba?

• He was a democratically elected president who implemented socialist policies in Cuba.

• He was a democratic leader who promoted freedom of expression in Cuba.

• He was a dictator who ruled Cuba in two periods, from 1940 to 1944 and from 1952 to 1959.

• He was a revolutionary leader who fought for the independence of Cuba.

What events led to the overthrow of Fulgencio Batista in Cuba?

• Foreign intervention, natural disasters, and political crisis

• Internal opposition, international pressure, and insurgency led by Fidel Castro and the 26th of July Movement

• Popular support, economic stability, and international cooperation

• Diplomatic negotiations, social reforms, and national reconciliation