Latin American People Win Independence

What day marks the independence of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua?

• September 15

• September 16

• September 18

• September 21

When does Mexico celebrate Independence Day?

• September 16

• September 15

• September 18

• September 21

When does Chile celebrate Independence Day?

• September 18

• September 15

• September 16

• September 21

The Monroe Doctrine was issued in response to which of the following events?

• Several Latin American countries gained their independence.

• The United States acquired Alaska from Russia.

• Mexico and the United States fought the Mexican War.

• Southern states seceded from the Union, and the Civil War took place.

The Latin American countries shown during the 1800’s –

• were colonized by Great Britain

• denounced Catholicism

• voted for communism

• gained independence

Which was a native resident who led revolutionary efforts and liberated the northern areas of Latin America?

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Simon Bolivar

• Toussaint L’Ouverture

• Dom Pedro

Which is an outcome from the influence of the Enlightenment and the American and French Revolutions on Latin America?

• The colonies supported the mother countries completely in all cases

• The Mexican population unified showing loyalty to the crown

• The enslaved population in Haiti rebelled and gained independence

• The colonies were inspired to seek peaceful solutions in conflicts

Which leader is known as 'The Liberator' for his role in Latin American independence?

• A) Simon Bolivar

• B) Miguel Hidalgo

• C) Jose de San Martin

• D) Bernardo O'Higgins

What was the main reason for the Latin American wars of independence?

• A) Desire for economic freedom

• B) Influence of Enlightenment ideas

• C) Expansion of European empires

• D) Discovery of new trade routes

Which country was the first to gain independence in Latin America?

• A) Mexico

• B) Brazil

• C) Haiti

• D) Argentina