Latin American Independence Movements

Mr. Melany recaps a lesson on revolutions in Haiti and Latin America, focusing on the spread of revolutionary ideas from Europe and the American Revolution. The lesson covers the social hierarchy and discontent in Latin America, leading to revolutions. Key figures like Toussaint Louverture, Hidalgo, Morelos, Tupac Amaru, and Simón Bolívar are discussed. The lesson also highlights Brazil's unique path to independence from Portugal, contrasting with other Latin American countries' revolutions against Spain.

What was one of the main objectives of the lesson on revolutions in Haiti and Latin America?

• To explore the geography of Latin America

• To identify sources of discontent with colonial rule

• To study the art and culture of the period

• To learn about the economic policies of the 1800s

Which ideas significantly influenced the revolutionary spirit in Latin America?

• Renaissance

• Enlightenment and American Revolution

• Industrial Revolution

• Medieval Scholasticism

What was a major factor in the Haitian Revolution?

• The rise of industrialization

• The influence of the British monarchy

• The brutal conditions on sugar plantations

• The discovery of gold

Who was the leader that played a crucial role in the Haitian Revolution?

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Toussaint Louverture

• José de San Martín

• Simón Bolívar

What event marked the beginning of Mexican Independence?

• The signing of the Treaty of Tordesillas

• The Grito de Dolores speech by Father Hidalgo

• The Battle of Puebla

• The establishment of the Mexican Constitution

Which two leaders were pivotal in the Mexican Independence movement?

• Toussaint Louverture and Jean-Jacques Dessalines

• Pedro I and Pedro II

• Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín

• Miguel Hidalgo and José María Morelos

Who was Tupac Amaru and what was his significance?

• A revolutionary in South America who inspired later movements

• The first president of Brazil

• A Spanish viceroy in Mexico

• A leader in the Haitian Revolution

What was Simón Bolívar's dream for South America?

• To colonize North America

• To create a unified South American country

• To establish a monarchy

• To build a trade empire

How did Brazil's path to independence differ from other Latin American countries?

• It was a peaceful transition to a republic

• It involved a violent revolution against Spain

• It became independent from Portugal and remained a monarchy

• It was the first to abolish slavery

Which leader is associated with the independence of Argentina, Chile, and Peru?

• José de San Martín

• Simón Bolívar

• Toussaint Louverture

• Miguel Hidalgo