Mexican Revolution Review

What was a major cause of the Mexican Revolution?

• The Catholic Church supported the poor.

• Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Mexico.

• Heavy taxes on farmers and artisans.

• Mestizos controlled the government.

Why were the creoles upset about their political power under Spanish rule?

• They had no land or wealth.

• Despite being wealthy and educated, they were excluded from top government positions.

• They were taxed more than other social classes.

• They were forced to support the Catholic Church.

What influence did the Catholic Church have on Mexican society?

• It reduced taxes for farmers.

• It reinforced inequality and the patriarchy.

• It encouraged women to enter politics.

• It supported mestizos in leadership roles.

How did the patriarchy function under Spanish rule in Mexico?

• Women had equal opportunities in education and leadership.

• The Catholic Church supported women’s rights and leadership roles.

• Women were expected to obey male relatives and had limited opportunities beyond the home.

• The patriarchy was replaced by gender equality.

What inspired Mexicans to fight for independence?

• The success of the American and French revolutions.

• Economic equality under Spanish rule.

• Fair treatment by the Spanish monarchy.

• Support from Napoleon Bonaparte.

What did Father Miguel Hidalgo’s forces do during the revolution?

• Freed prisoners and marched across towns.

• Signed a peace treaty with Spain.

• Built a strong revolutionary army.

• Formed alliances with creoles and rebels.

What did Father José María Morelos do during the Mexican Revolution?

• He organized a stronger revolutionary army and pushed for a constitution.

• He signed a peace treaty with Spain to end the fighting.

• He worked with the Spanish to end the revolution.

• He led the revolt against the Catholic Church.

How did political changes in Spain contribute to the revolution in Mexico?

• Spanish liberals forced the king to adopt a constitution, limiting his power, which worried Mexican elites and led them to support independence.

• The Spanish king abolished taxes, angering Mexican farmers.

• Spain signed an agreement giving more power to creoles.

• Napoleon Bonaparte restored Spanish control over Mexico.

What was the Plan of Iguala?

• A call for Indigenous rights.

• A peace treaty with Spain.

• A proposal for independence, equality, and Catholic protection.

• A list of demands from mestizos and farmers.

What happened to the social hierarchy after the revolution?

• Creoles replaced peninsulares at the top.

• Mestizos gained wealth and power.

• Indigenous people became leaders.

• The social hierarchy disappeared.