12/4 Week 11 Article 3 Hidalgo and Mexican Independence Quiz

What is the nickname given to Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla?

• Founder of Mexico

• El Tigre de las Llanuras

• Protector of Mexican Freedom

• Father of Mexican Independence

What was the “Grito de Dolores”?

• A holy well sought by pilgrims

• A mineral found in local mines

• A trade route between Austin and Dolores

• A speech of independence given by Hidalgo

Why is September 15th and 16th celebrated as Mexican Independence Day?

• Napoleon attacked Spain

• The Treaty of Córdoba was signed

• The Congress of Anáhuac was formed

• Hidalgo gave a sermon on independence

Which group was NOT part of Hidalgo's forces during the fight for independence?

• American Indians

• Catholic priests

• French soldiers

• Mestizos

In what year was Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla captured by royalist forces?

• 1809

• 1810

• 1811

• 1812

What was Hidalgo's profession before he became a revolutionary leader?

• Teacher

• Farmer

• Priest

• Merchant

How long did Hidalgo serve as the parish priest of Dolores?

• 10 years

• 20 years

• 30 years

• 40 years

What was Hidalgo's main goal while serving as the parish priest of Dolores?

• To build a new church

• To improve the economy and enhance the lives of the people

• To establish a school

• To create a new government

Which of the following best describes the composition of Hidalgo's forces?

• Only Mexican citizens

• A mix of American Indians, Catholic priests, Mexican citizens, and mestizos

• Only mestizos

• Only Catholic priests

What was the outcome for Hidalgo after being captured by royalist forces?

• He was exiled

• He was pardoned

• He was executed

• He was imprisoned for life