Miguel Hidalgo and the Mexican War of Independence

Where was Miguel Hidalgo y Castilla born?

• Guanajuato, Mexico

• San Antonio, Texas

• Mexico City, Mexico

• Valladolid, Spain

What was Miguel Hidalgo's profession after completing his studies?

• Lawyer

• Doctor

• Catholic Priest

• Engineer

What was unusual about Father Hidalgo's approach to being a priest?

• He focused solely on prayer

• He traveled and engaged with European ideas

• He refused to teach philosophy

• He avoided social interactions

What skills did Father Hidalgo teach to help the poor?

• Cooking and sewing

• Gardening and farming

• Carpentry and blacksmithing

• Painting and sculpture

Why were Father Hidalgo and his friends unhappy with Spanish rule?

• They wanted more religious freedom

• They wanted to trade with other countries

• They were forced to pay high taxes

• They were not allowed to vote or make decisions

What event marked the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence?

• The election of a new leader

• The Grito de Dolores

• The discovery of gold

• The signing of a treaty

Who was Father Hidalgo's second in command during the independence movement?

• Ana María Gallaga

• José Joaquín

• Cristóbal Hidalgo

• Ignacio Allende

What was one of the first actions taken by Hidalgo's government in Guadalajara?

• Establishing a new currency

• Ending slavery

• Forming an alliance with Spain

• Building a new capital

When did Mexico achieve independence from Spain?

• 1821

• 1811

• 1810

• 1830

How is Mexico's Independence Day celebrated?

• By planting trees

• With a national election

• By ringing a church bell

• With fireworks and parades