History of Central America

Which of the following countries is NOT mentioned as part of Central America?

• Belize

• Costa Rica

• Venezuela

• Panama

What is the most common definition of Central America according to the video?

• The region including Mexico and Colombia- comprised of NINE countries

• The region south of Mexico and north of Colombia - comprised of SEVEN countries

• The entire Caribbean

• The area that includes the United States

The Maya civilization is described as a:

• Single political entity

• Collection of culturally related nations

• Group under Spanish rule

• Historical myth

The Maya civilization is noted for excelling in all of the following EXCEPT:

• Arts

• Math

• Technology

• Astronomy

Who is credited as the conquistador of much of Central America?

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernán Cortés

• Pedro de Alvarado
  

• Francisco Pizarro

The Spanish conquest of Maya territory took place between 1523 and ____

How long did the Captaincy General of Guatemala (more known as the Kingdom of Guatemala) last?

• OVER 2 centuries

• LESS than 2 centuries

• 20 years

• It never existed

What inspired people to fight for independence?

• The successes of the American and French Revolutions

• Napoleon's invasion of Spain

• The pretty fireworks on 4th of July

• Paul Revere

When did Guatemala officially gain independence (from Mexico)?

What was the Federal Republic of Central America modeled after?

• The United Galactic Federation

• The United Kingdom

• The United States of America

• The Citadel of Ricks