Mexican War of Independence Quiz

What was the Mexican War of Independence?

• A battle between Mexico and France

• A series of revolts against the Spanish

• A war between Mexico and the United States

• A conflict between Mexico and Portugal

Who led the initial revolt against the Spanish government in 1810?

• José Bernardo Gutiérrez de Lara

• Augustus Magee

• Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

• Antonio López de Santa Anna

What happened to the rebel army in January 1811?

• They won a major battle

• They were defeated by Spanish forces

• They signed a peace treaty

• They joined forces with the United States

Who was sent by Father Hidalgo to recruit soldiers along the Rio Grande?

• José Bernardo Gutiérrez de Lara

• Augustus Magee

• Antonio López de Santa Anna

• Vicente Guerrero

What was the Green Flag Rebellion?

• A battle in the Mexican War of Independence

• A peace treaty with Spain

• A rebellion against the United States

• A movement for environmental protection

In what year did Gutiérrez and Magee begin their expedition?

• 1810

• 1811

• 1812

• 1813

When was the Battle of Medina fought?

• August 18, 1813

• July 4, 1776

• September 16, 1821

• October 12, 1492

What mistake did the Republican Army make during the Battle of Medina?

• They attacked the wrong location

• They mistook a cavalry unit for the Spanish army

• They ran out of ammunition

• They surrendered too early

What did the Spanish forces do with the bodies of the Republican warriors?

• Buried them with honors

• Left them to rot on the battlefield

• Sent them back to their families

• Burned them

What did the Spanish forces do after the Battle of Medina?

• They retreated to Mexico City

• They swept through the region in retaliation

• They signed a peace treaty

• They fortified their positions