Haitian Revolution and Its Global Impact

The video explores the world in 1794, highlighting the prevalence of slavery in the Atlantic world, particularly in Saint-Domingue, the richest colony. It discusses the Haitian Revolution's impact, which challenged global colonialism and slavery, leading to the 'Haitian Fear.' The video compares the Haitian Revolution with other major revolutions, questioning which was the most significant in terms of ending slavery and colonial domination.

What was the state of the world in 1794 regarding slavery?

• Plantations were rare.

• Slavery was abolished everywhere.

• Slavery was prevalent in the Atlantic world.

• There were successful antislavery movements.

Which colony was considered the richest in the colonial world in 1794?

• Saint-Domingue

• Jamaica

• Cuba

• Haiti

What was the global reaction to the wealth of Saint-Domingue?

• It was widely known and written about in newspapers.

• It was considered a poor colony.

• It was largely ignored.

• It was only known in France.

What significant event happened in Saint-Domingue in 1794?

• The establishment of a new plantation.

• The beginning of the French Revolution.

• The abolition of slavery by the slaves themselves.

• The start of the American Revolution.

What was the 'Haitian Fear' that spread across the world?

• Fear of a new disease.

• Fear of a new colonial power.

• Fear of black sovereignty and the end of slavery.

• Fear of economic collapse.

According to Napoleon, what was the key issue in Saint-Domingue?

• Commercial success

• Economics

• Politics

• The specter of black sovereignty

Which revolution declared rights of citizenship but continued colonial projects?

• The English Revolution

• The French Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The Haitian Revolution

Which revolution did not abolish slavery but focused on political independence?

• The French Revolution

• The Haitian Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The English Revolution

Which revolution established parliamentary democracy in 1648?

• The American Revolution

• The English Revolution

• The French Revolution

• The Haitian Revolution

What was the most radical aspect of the Haitian Revolution?

• It was led by wealthy landowners.

• It was a peaceful protest.

• It was supported by European powers.

• It abolished the dominant form of domination, slavery.