War of Canudos: Key Concepts

The video discusses the War of Canudos, a significant resistance movement in Brazil against rural oppression. It occurred between 1896 and 1897 in Bahia, led by Antônio Conselheiro. The community of Canudos, formed by rural workers, faced military expeditions due to its perceived threat to the Republic and local elites. Despite initial victories, Canudos was eventually destroyed by federal forces. The conflict highlighted social issues of the time and was documented by Euclides da Cunha in 'Os Sertões'. The war's legacy includes its impact on Brazilian history and its role in revealing the struggles of marginalized communities.

What was the War of Canudos primarily about?

• A campaign for educational reform

• A fight for industrialization

• A movement against rural oppression

• A resistance against urban development

Who was the leader of the Canudos community?

• Getúlio Vargas

• Euclides da Cunha

• Prudente de Moraes

• Antônio Conselheiro

What was the main reason for the discomfort of large landowners with the Canudos community?

• Loss of workers

• Environmental concerns

• Political alliances

• Religious differences

How many military expeditions were initially sent to Canudos?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• One

What was the outcome of the third military expedition to Canudos?

• It was redirected

• It was postponed

• It was defeated

• It was successful

Who was accused of weakness in handling the Canudos situation?

• Euclides da Cunha

• Antônio Conselheiro

• The Governor of Bahia

• Prudente de Moraes

What was the size of the final military force sent to Canudos?

• 1,000 men

• 3,000 men

• 10,000 men

• 5,000 men

Which book documented the true story of Canudos?

• The Brazilian Saga

• The Sertões

• The Canudos Chronicles

• The War Diaries

What other revolts occurred during the Republic Oligarchy period?

• The War of Contestado and the Vaccine Revolt

• The Industrial Revolt

• The Urban Development Protest

• The Educational Uprising

What was the main impact of the War of Canudos on Brazilian history?

• It led to industrialization

• It caused urbanization

• It highlighted the struggle for social justice

• It resulted in educational reforms