The Rebel Prince | The Life & Times of Pedro I

The video explores the life of Pedro, focusing on his early years in Portugal and Brazil, his role in Brazil's independence, and the challenges he faced as a leader. It also covers his return to Portugal to support his daughter against political adversaries, and his final years marked by battles and his untimely death.

What prompted Pedro's family to move from Portugal to Brazil?

• A desire for a better climate

• Napoleon's threat to Lisbon

• Pedro's education opportunities

• A family vacation plan

How did Pedro initially respond to the Brazilian independence movement?

• He supported it and negotiated a compromise

• He fled to another country

• He opposed it and supported Portugal

• He remained neutral

What was one of the main challenges Pedro faced after declaring Brazilian independence?

• Support from the British Empire

• Support from the Portuguese Parliament

• Internal factions declaring independence

• A lack of military resources

Why did Pedro return to Portugal after leaving Brazil?

• To reclaim the Portuguese throne

• To support his daughter against his brother

• To escape political turmoil in Brazil

• To retire peacefully

What was Pedro's stance on constitutionalism during his final years?

• He abandoned it for absolute monarchy

• He remained committed to it

• He was indifferent to it

• He opposed it in favor of democracy