Argentinian Independence - 3 Minute History

What was the main reason for the division between conservatives and radicals in Argentina after the French invasion of Spain?

• Views on the authority of the deposed King

• Disagreement over economic policies

• Support for different European powers

• Religious differences

Which region declared itself independent from the Rio de La Plata and the Spanish Crown after Belgrano's failure?

• Upper Peru

• Chile

• Uruguay

• Paraguay

Who rose up in support of Buenos Aires and captured villages around Uruguay?

• Jose de San Martin

• Jose Gervasio Artigas

• Cornelius Saavedra

• Manuel Belgrano

What was the outcome of the Congress of Tucumán in 1816?

• Establishment of a monarchy

• Formation of a new constitution

• Alliance with Portugal

• Declaration of independence

What was the result of the Portuguese invasion of Uruguay in 1820?

• Uruguay became a Portuguese colony

• Uruguay formed an alliance with Spain

• Uruguay gained independence

• Uruguay was annexed by Argentina