Ecuador's First Republican Period

What year did Ecuador declare and achive its independence?

• 1810

• 1815

• 1830

• 1809

• 1822

Who was a key leader in the Ecuadorian independence movement?

• Manuela Sáenz

• Antonio José de Sucre

• Simón Bolívar

• José de San Martín

What was the main goal of the independence movement in Ecuador?

• To establish a monarchy in Ecuador.

• To promote Spanish culture in Ecuador.

• To achieve freedom from Spanish colonial rule and establish a sovereign nation.

• To seek economic support from neighboring countries.

What significant document was adopted in 1830?

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Ecuador New Constitution

• Civil Rights Act

• Homestead Act

Who was the first president of Ecuador?

• Simón Bolívar

• Juan José Flores

• José María Urbina

• Eloy Alfaro

What challenges did the first president face during his term?

• Ignoring international trade agreements

• Focusing solely on domestic tourism

• Economic instability, political division, Social inequality

• Implementing a monarchy

How did the Constitution of 1830 impact the government structure?

• The Constitution of 1830 weakened the central government and removed checks and balances.

• The Constitution of 1830 established a monarchy with absolute power.

• The Constitution of 1830 centralized government power and established checks and balances among branches.

• The Constitution of 1830 decentralized power and eliminated government branches.

What social class gained more power in the 1830s?

• The working class (SLAVES)

• The middle class (Creols)

• The upper class (Peninsulars)

• The aristocracy (Spaniors)

How did the independence movement affect indigenous populations?

• Indigenous populations played a leading role in the independence movement, gaining political power.

• Indigenous populations gained more land and resources during the independence movement.

• Indigenous populations were often marginalized, faced land appropriation, and experienced cultural suppression during the independence movement.

• Cultural practices of indigenous populations were celebrated and promoted during the independence movement.

What role did the military play in the early republic?

• The military had no significant role in domestic affairs.

• The military was primarily responsible for economic development.

• The military defended the nation, maintained order, enforced laws, and supported westward expansion.

• The military focused solely on international diplomacy.