The Rise and Fall of Gran Colombia in South America

The Rise and Fall of Gran Colombia in South America

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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Gran Colombia was a short-lived nation in South America, comprising modern-day Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, Ecuador, and parts of Peru and Brazil. It emerged during the independence movements against Spanish rule, led by Simón Bolívar. Despite Bolívar's efforts to centralize power, the nation faced challenges like corruption, regionalism, and differing visions for governance. Bolívar's push for a strong central government clashed with desires for a federation, leading to its eventual breakup into separate countries. Bolívar's dream of a united Spanish-speaking South America ended with his resignation and the independence of Ecuador and Venezuela.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which modern countries were part of Gran Colombia?

Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay

Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, Ecuador

Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay

Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of Napoleon's actions on the Spanish monarchy?

Strengthened the Spanish monarchy

Led to the overthrow of the Spanish king

Improved Spain's relations with Britain

Had no impact on Spain

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the key figure in the liberation of Venezuela?

Simón Bolívar

José de San Martín

Francisco de Miranda

Bernardo O'Higgins

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main challenges faced by Gran Colombia?

Invasion by foreign powers

Corruption and financial difficulties

Lack of natural resources

Overpopulation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Bolívar want a centralized government for Gran Colombia?

To promote cultural diversity

To increase trade

To expand territory

To prevent civil war

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Bolívar's vision for Gran Colombia?

A monarchy under Spanish rule

A heavily centralized nation

A federation of semi-autonomous states

A confederation with Brazil

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the constitutional convention called by Bolívar?

Formation of a new monarchy

Desire for a federation and potential separation

Agreement on Bolívar's vision

Decision to remain under Spanish rule

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