Simón Bolívar's Revolutions Review

What was the main cause of Simón Bolívar’s revolutions?

• Spanish control over Latin America

• Trade with other nations

• Alliance with Britain

• Lack of education

How did the social hierarchy contribute to Bolívar’s revolution?

• The Creoles were frustrated by their lack of power despite their wealth

• Enslaved Africans were given power in the Spanish government

• Indigenous people controlled the economy

• The Spanish king supported the poor in Latin America

What role did the American and French Revolutions play in the cause of Bolívar’s revolution?

• They showed that independence from Europe was possible and promoted liberty and equality

• They focused on gaining economic power for the colonies

• They encouraged European countries to support Spain

• They promoted stronger political control by monarchs

What major challenge did Bolívar face when building his army?

• Uniting Creoles and Llaneros

• Defeating the British forces

• Finding weapons

• Crossing the Pacific Ocean

What was one key factor in Bolívar’s success in battles during the revolution?

• His ability to surprise Spanish forces with clever strategies

• His alliances with European armies

• His reliance on large amounts of resources

• His focus on defending coastal cities

What was José de San Martín’s role in the revolutions?

• He fought in the south to help free countries like Argentina, Chile, and Peru

• He led the Spanish forces against Bolívar

• He became the ruler of Gran Colombia

• He worked as a diplomat in Europe

What was the outcome of the Battle of Ayacucho in 1824?

• Spain regained control of South America

• Spanish forces were defeated, ending their control

• Bolívar surrendered to the Spanish

• San Martín became ruler of South America

What happened to Bolívar’s plan for Gran Colombia?

• It succeeded for 50 years

• It failed due to political divisions

• It became a powerful empire

• It was never created

What happened to the social hierarchy after independence?

• It became fair for all

• It remained mostly the same

• Indigenous people gained power

• Enslaved Africans ruled the government

What is one legacy of Bolívar’s revolutions?

• Gender equality

• Political stability

• Inspiration for future leaders

• Complete social reform