Latin American History Quiz

What was the primary role of the Peninsulares in the Encomienda system in Latin America?

• They were primarily slaves brought from Africa.

• They were indigenous peoples of the Americas.

• They were Spanish and Portuguese born in Europe who held administrative and landowning positions.

• They were mixed European and Native individuals.

Which social class was composed of Spanish and Portuguese born in Latin America?

• Creoles

• Mestizos

• Nativos

• Peninsulares

What was a significant effect of the Napoleonic Wars on Latin America?

• They led to the independence of Haiti.

• They influenced the beginning of revolts in Latin America.

• They resulted in the abolition of the Encomienda system.

• They caused the migration of Europeans to Latin America.

Who initiated the revolution in Haiti?

• The Creoles of Haiti

• The Peninsulares of Haiti

• The Mestizos of Haiti

• The Slaves of Haiti

From which country did Haiti gain independence?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• England

Who led the first major revolt in Mexico?

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Michael Zapata

• Miguel Castillo

• Alberto Escobar

When did Mexico officially declare its independence from Spain?

• 1800

• 1810

• 1821

• 1830

Where did Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin lead revolts?

• In Mexico and Haiti

• In Brazil and Argentina

• In Venezuela and Peru

• In Spain and Portugal

What did the Monroe Doctrine establish?

• U.S. control over Latin America

• Trade agreements between the U.S. and Latin America

• European non-interference in the Americas

• A military alliance between the U.S. and Latin America

What problems did the newly formed Latin American nations face?

• Economic prosperity

• Political stability

• Internal conflicts and foreign debts

• Efficient governance