U3 C2 Primary Source Exit Ticket

Who was the Spanish governor ousted by the French Creole colonists in 1768?

• Alejandro O'Reilly

• Antonio de Ulloa

• Don Carlos

• Ferdinand VI

What was Alejandro O'Reilly's role when he arrived in Louisiana?

• King of Spain

• Spanish Ambassador

• Commander of Benfayan and Governor of Louisiana

• French Diplomat

Why did the Spanish king send Alejandro O'Reilly to Louisiana?

• To negotiate a trade agreement

• To arrest the leaders of the rebellion

• To establish a new colony

• To build a fort

What was the main reason given by O'Reilly for the rebellion in Louisiana?

• Economic hardship

• Influence of ambitious and fanatic men

• Lack of resources

• Cultural differences

How did O'Reilly describe the general public's involvement in the rebellion?

• As deliberate and malicious

• As a result of ignorance and credulity

• As a strategic move

• As a misunderstanding

What was the intended outcome of O'Reilly's proclamation for the inhabitants of Louisiana?

• To incite further rebellion

• To encourage loyalty and obedience to the Spanish crown

• To promote independence

• To establish a new government

Analyze the tone of O'Reilly's proclamation. What does it suggest about his approach to governance?

• Authoritarian and harsh

• Lenient and forgiving

• Diplomatic and strategic

• Indifferent and passive

What reasoning might O'Reilly have used to justify his clemency towards the general public?

• To prevent further unrest and gain loyalty

• To show weakness and indecision

• To avoid confrontation with France

• To reduce military expenses

Evaluate the potential impact of O'Reilly's actions on the future relationship between Louisiana and Spain.

• It would likely lead to increased tension and conflict.

• It would foster a sense of unity and cooperation.

• It would have no significant impact.

• It would cause Louisiana to seek independence.

What strategic advantage did O'Reilly's proclamation offer to the Spanish crown?

• It allowed for the immediate extraction of resources.

• It secured the loyalty of the colony without further military intervention.

• It enabled the Spanish to sell the colony to another power.

• It provided a basis for future punitive actions.