Mexican Independence Day Quiz 12/13 4A

When is Mexican Independence Day celebrated?

• July 4th

• September 16th

• October 31st

• December 25th

What does Mexican Independence Day commemorate?

• The end of World War II

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• Mexico's independence from Spanish colonial rule

• The discovery of America

Who gave the famous "Grito de Dolores" speech?

• José María Morelos

• Vicente Guerrero

• Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

• Hernán Cortés

What was the main cause of discontent among Mexicans leading to the independence movement?

• Lack of food

• Social inequality and exploitation

• Natural disasters

• Foreign invasions

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

• The signing of the Treaty of Córdoba

• The execution of Hidalgo

• The "Grito de Dolores"

• The Battle of Puebla

How long did the war for Mexican independence last?

• Over a decade

• Two years

• Six months

• Twenty years

Who continued the struggle for independence after Hidalgo's execution?

• Hernán Cortés

• José María Morelos and Vicente Guerrero

• Pancho Villa

• Emiliano Zapata

When did Mexico finally achieve its independence?

• September 16, 1810

• July 4, 1776

• September 27, 1821

• May 5, 1862

What treaty formally ended Spanish rule in Mexico?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Córdoba

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

What does Mexican Independence Day reflect?

• The nation's economic power

• The nation's rich cultural heritage and pride

• The nation's military strength

• The nation's technological advancements