História de João Pessoa

The video explores the history of João Pessoa, a city founded in 1585 by Portuguese colonizers. Initially named Nossa Senhora das Neves, it was later renamed João Pessoa in 1930. The city experienced a Dutch invasion in 1634, which lasted 20 years. Over time, João Pessoa developed culturally and economically, with significant religious and commercial structures. The 20th century saw urban expansion and modernization, allowing the city to grow towards the coast. The video concludes with a call to subscribe for more content.

When was João Pessoa founded?

• September 4, 1930

• September 4, 1585

• August 5, 1585

• August 5, 1634

What was the original name of João Pessoa?

• Varadouro

• Porto do Capim

• Cidade Real de Nossa Senhora das Neves

• Filipeia de Nossa Senhora das Neves

In what year did João Pessoa get its current name?

• 1634

• 1930

• 1588

• 1910

Who was João Pessoa named after?

• A president of the state

• A Dutch invader

• A Portuguese colonizer

• A local hero

What was the first chapel in João Pessoa dedicated to?

• Nossa Senhora das Neves

• São João

• São Pedro

• Nossa Senhora da Conceição

How long did the Dutch occupation of João Pessoa last?

• 15 years

• 10 years

• 25 years

• 20 years

What was a significant barrier to the city's growth towards the coast until 1910?

• The sugar plantations

• The Lagoa do Parque Solon de Lucena

• The Dutch occupation

• The river Sanhauá

Who was responsible for the sanitation of the Lagoa do Parque Solon de Lucena?

• Júlio Prestes

• João Pessoa

• Felipe II

• Saturnino de Brito

In which direction did João Pessoa expand after the sanitation of the Lagoa?

• North and West

• East and South

• North and East

• West and South

What is the modern urbanization trend of João Pessoa?

• Towards the rivers

• Towards the forests

• Towards the beaches

• Towards the mountains