War of the Pacific: Key Events

War of the Pacific: Key Events

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Interactive Video

History, Geography, Social Studies

8th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The War of the Pacific was a significant conflict in Latin America involving Chile, Peru, and Bolivia. It began due to territorial disputes over resource-rich areas like Tarapacá and Antofagasta. Despite initial agreements, Bolivia's economic struggles led to increased tensions. Chile's military actions, both naval and land-based, eventually led to its victory. The war concluded with treaties that favored Chile, granting it valuable territories and resources, which bolstered its economic development.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the main resources in the disputed territories of Tarapacá and Antofagasta?

Timber and iron

Water and saltpeter

Gold and silver

Oil and coal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country did Bolivia secretly sign a mutual defense agreement with in 1873?

Peru

Chile

Argentina

Brazil

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the naval battles in the War of the Pacific?

They were the first battles involving submarines.

They determined control over the desert regions.

They were crucial for controlling troop movements and supply lines.

They were the largest naval battles of the 19th century.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Peruvian ship was captured by Chile during the naval battles?

Covadonga

Huáscar

Esmeralda

Independencia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Campaign of Tarapacá?

A decisive victory for Bolivia

A stalemate with no clear winner

A victory for Chile, capturing key economic regions

A victory for Peru, regaining lost territories

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city did Chile capture in January 1881, marking a significant turning point in the war?

Arica

Tacna

Lima

Arequipa

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the guerrilla warfare in the Andes after the fall of Lima?

To negotiate peace with Chile

To gain support from other South American countries

To disrupt Chilean supply lines

To protect the remaining Peruvian territories

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