Cuba Under Fidel Castro

What was the basis of Cuba's economy under Spanish rule in the 19th century?

• The encomienda system

• Sugar production

• Trade with the US

• Slave revolts

Answer explanation

The basis of Cuba's economy under Spanish rule in the 19th century was sugar production, making it the correct choice.

Which province in Cuba was known for a high unemployment rate and poor education, making up 30% of the country's unemployment rate?

• Pinar del Rio

• La Habana

• Oriente

• Matanzas

Answer explanation

The province of Oriente in Cuba was known for a high unemployment rate and poor education, making up 30% of the country's unemployment rate.

What significant event occurred in 1895 related to Cuba's struggle for independence?

• The US intervened in Cuba's final war of independence

• Slavery was banned by the Spanish government

• Jose Marti led a revolt against Spain

• The encomienda system was created

Answer explanation

Jose Marti led a revolt against Spain, a significant event in Cuba's struggle for independence in 1895.

When did the US become involved in Cuba's final war of independence from Spain, leading to US occupation by 1902?

• 1895

• 1898

• 1902

• 1940

Answer explanation

The US became involved in Cuba's final war of independence from Spain in 1898, leading to US occupation by 1902.

What was the main reason for the US corporation's concern over Cuba gaining independence from Spanish control?

• They feared the loss of American jobs to Cuban workers.

• They were worried about the potential for political instability in Cuba.

• They were concerned about losing money if Cuban companies became independent.

• They feared American companies would lose money if the Cubans won their freedom from Spanish control.

Answer explanation

The main reason for the US corporation's concern over Cuba gaining independence from Spanish control was the fear that American companies would lose money if the Cubans won their freedom from Spanish control.

What event marked a significant downturn in Cuban exports, especially sugar, during the Great Depression?

• The signing of the Platt Amendment.

• The sinking of the USS Maine.

• The implementation of the Hawley-Smoot Tariff.

• The election of John Breckinridge.

Answer explanation

The implementation of the Hawley-Smoot Tariff marked a significant downturn in Cuban exports, especially sugar, during the Great Depression.

What was the effect of the Great Depression on Cuba's shares in the US markets?

• They increased to over 60%.

• They remained stable at 49.4%.

• They dropped to 25.3%.

• They rose slightly due to increased demand for sugar.

Answer explanation

The effect of the Great Depression on Cuba's shares in the US markets was that they dropped to 25.3%.

Who led the temporary government in Cuba after the collapse of Machado's regime?

• Colonel Batista.

• Carlos Mendieta.

• Dr. Ramon Grau San Martin.

• Gerardo Machado.

Answer explanation

Dr. Ramon Grau San Martin led the temporary government in Cuba after the collapse of Machado's regime.

What was the result of Colonel Batista's support during Grau's announcement that the Platt Amendment was no longer legal in Cuba?

• It led to the immediate reinstatement of the Platt Amendment.

• It caused a decline in Batista's popularity among the Cuban military.

• It led to the rise of pro-US sentiment in Cuba.

• It helped Colonel Carlos Mendieta to become President of Cuba.

Answer explanation

Colonel Batista's support during Grau's announcement led to the rise of pro-US sentiment in Cuba, helping Colonel Carlos Mendieta become President of Cuba.

What was one of the reasons for the popularity of Batista's government in its initial stages?

• He was the first elected non-white ruler.

• He enforced martial law.

• He supported student and worker protests.

• He maintained the socioeconomic inequalities.

Answer explanation

Batista's government was popular in its initial stages because he was the first elected non-white ruler, which was a significant milestone in Cuban history.