Displacement and Warfare in Rio

Displacement and Warfare in Rio

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Arts, Social Studies

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video covers the arrival of the Portuguese royal family in Rio de Janeiro, the displacement of locals, and the ensuing conflicts with indigenous people. It highlights the daily life and challenges faced by the court, including the struggles of Dom João's subjects. The history of São Cristóvão and the contributions of Elias, a converted Jew, are discussed. Dom João's new residence at Quinta da Boa Vista is introduced, along with future plans for the court. The video concludes with a preview of the next episode, based on the comic book 'Dom João Carioca'.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many people disembarked with the royal family in Rio de Janeiro?

5,000

10,000

20,000

15,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the displacement of the local population in Rio de Janeiro?

Economic crisis

Construction of new buildings

Arrival of the royal family

Natural disaster

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of warfare did the royal decree suggest against the indigenous people?

Guerrilla

Offensive

Defensive

Naval

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which seasons did the conflicts between the Portuguese and indigenous people occur?

Dry seasons

Winter

Summer

Spring

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the daily ceremony held by Dom João in the royal court?

Coronation

Beij mão

Council meeting

Feast

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Elias, and what did he do for Dom João?

A local farmer who provided food

A merchant who supplied goods

A converted Jew who gifted a residence

A military general who defended the court

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original purpose of the São Cristóvão neighborhood before it was transformed?

A commercial hub

A Jesuit farm

A military base

A royal palace

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