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Cuba Under Fidel Castro

Authored by MARISSA DECKER

History

12th Grade

Cuba Under Fidel Castro
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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%.

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