Brazilian Republic History and Events

Brazilian Republic History and Events

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses the transition from monarchy to republic in Brazil in 1889, led by Deodoro da Fonseca. It highlights the challenges faced by the new republic, including civil unrest and economic crises. The 1891 Constitution established a federal republic, but political instability continued under Floriano Peixoto's presidency. The era, known as República da Espada, ended with the election of the first civilian president, Prudente de Morais, in 1894.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main cause of the economic crisis known as the Encilhamento?

Foreign debt

Overinvestment in agriculture

Misuse of loans by businessmen

High taxation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred on November 15, 1889, in Brazil?

The start of the Brazilian Empire

The discovery of Brazil

The fall of Dom Pedro II

The abolition of slavery

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the leader of the movement that led to the establishment of the Republic in Brazil?

José do Patrocínio

Ruy Barbosa

Dom Pedro II

Marshal Deodoro da Fonseca

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the 1891 Constitution establish in Brazil?

A socialist state

A federative republic

A colonial government

A monarchy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which power was abolished by the 1891 Constitution?

Moderating power

Executive power

Legislative power

Judicial power

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the first Revolt of the Armada?

Economic crisis

Religious conflict

Opposition to Deodoro's dictatorship

Foreign invasion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who succeeded Marshal Deodoro da Fonseca as president?

Prudente de Morais

Dom Pedro II

Ruy Barbosa

Floriano Peixoto

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