Colonial Influence and Independence in Latin America

The video explores the Latin American revolutions, focusing on the period from 1500 to 1800 when European colonization, especially by Spain, established a social hierarchy. Creoles, despite their wealth and education, lacked political power, leading to independence movements inspired by Enlightenment ideas. The Haitian Revolution was the first successful revolt, followed by South American and Mexican independence movements led by figures like Simone Bolivar and Miguel Hidalgo. Post-independence, Latin America faced challenges with unstable governments and reliance on the USA.

Which European country primarily colonized Latin America, leading to a distinct social hierarchy?

• England

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

What was the primary economic policy used by European nations to extract wealth from their colonies?

• Socialism

• Mercantilism

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

Which two revolutions inspired Latin Americans to seek independence?

• Industrial and Scientific

• English and German

• American and French

• Russian and Chinese

What was the primary demographic composition of Haiti during its revolution?

• European settlers

• African slaves

• Native Indians

• Mixed-race population

Who led the Haitian slave uprising that eventually led to independence?

• Simón Bolívar

• José de San Martín

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Toussaint Louverture

Which South American leader is known as 'The Liberator'?

• Miguel Hidalgo

• José de San Martín

• Bernardo O'Higgins

• Simón Bolívar

What was Simón Bolívar's vision for the Spanish colonies in South America?

• Multiple independent states

• A federation with Spain

• A single unified country

• A monarchy

Who played a leading role in the Mexican War of Independence?

• Simón Bolívar

• José de San Martín

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Toussaint Louverture

What was a significant challenge faced by new Latin American republics after independence?

• Overpopulation

• Lack of natural resources

• Absence of foreign trade

• Unstable governments

What term describes the military dictators who seized power in many Latin American nations post-independence?

• Caudillos

• Presidents

• Viceroys

• Governors