Miguel Hidalgo Quiz

Where was Miguel Hidalgo born?

• Mexico

• France

• Spain

• Italy

What was Miguel Hidalgo's father's occupation?

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Ambassador

• Farmer

What did Miguel Hidalgo study after completing various religious courses?

• Law

• Engineering

• Medicine

• Philosophy

What event marked the beginning of the Mexican people's fight for freedom?

• Battle of Calderone Bridge

• Cry of Dolores

• Independence Day Celebration

• Spanish Army's Retreat

What did Miguel Hidalgo's government declare an end to?

• Education

• Slavery

• Religion

• Trade

What did Miguel Hidalgo and his followers do on January 1811?

• Fled to a different country

• Surrendered to the Spanish Army

• Started a new business

• Rang the church bell

What is celebrated on September 16th in Mexico?

• Easter

• Christmas

• Independence Day

• New Year's Day

What is Miguel Hidalgo remembered as?

• Father of Mexican Cuisine

• Father of Mexican Independence

• Father of Mexican Music

• Father of Mexican Art

What is a key aspect of Mexican culture?

• Family importance

• Individualism

• Isolationism

• Competition

How many people in the United States are of Mexican ancestry?

• 40 million

• 30 million

• 20 million

• 10 million