Falklands War Historical Questions

The video covers the history of the Falkland Islands, from early discoveries by the English, French, and Spanish, to the establishment of colonies. It details the 19th-century developments, including territorial claims by Argentina and Britain. The Falklands War of 1982 is highlighted, with Argentina's invasion and Britain's military response under Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. The video concludes with the post-war status, including a 2013 referendum where islanders voted to remain British, and the discovery of oil near the islands.

Who were the first to document the discovery of the Falkland Islands?

• The Spanish

• The Portuguese

• The English

• The French

What was the main reason the French handed over their settlement to the Spanish?

• They were paid in cash

• They were threatened with war

• They wanted to focus on other colonies

• They lost a battle

Who was appointed as the Governor of the Falklands by Buenos Aires?

• A Spanish noble

• A merchant from Hamburg

• An American captain

• A British merchant

What was the primary economic activity on the Falklands after becoming a British crown colony?

• Sheep farming

• Whale hunting

• Fishing

• Gold mining

Which leader was in power in Argentina during the Falklands War?

• Raúl Alfonsín

• Carlos Menem

• Juan Perón

• Leopoldo Galtieri

What was the British Prime Minister's response to the Argentine invasion of the Falklands?

• She negotiated a peace treaty

• She declared an exclusion zone

• She ceded the islands

• She ignored the invasion

Which country supported Argentina's claim over the Falklands during the war?

• Brazil

• United States

• France

• Chile

What was a major turning point for air superiority during the Falklands War?

• The sinking of HMS Sheffield

• The capture of Goose Green

• The withdrawal of Argentine navy

• The landing at San Carlos

What was the outcome of the Battle for Goose Green?

• A stalemate

• An Argentine victory

• A British victory

• A peace agreement

What was the result of the 2013 referendum on the Falkland Islands?

• The islanders voted to remain British

• The referendum was inconclusive

• The islanders voted for independence

• The islanders voted to join Argentina