- Explain this statement, referring specifically to people and events discussed in the chapter: “By 1810, a startling contrast existed. The Portuguese crown was closer than ever to Brazil. The Spanish crown, usurped by a foreigner, was further than ever from Spanish America.”
- What events in Spain as well as greater Europe contributed to the Independence movements? Identify and explain at least two events.
- Explain the concept of popular sovereignty. How did it influence the independence movements?
- Who were the Peninsulars and Creoles? How did they view one another?
- Creoles often had more in common with peninsulars than with mestizos and other members of the lower castes. How then did the creoles gather support to overthrow the peninsulars?
- Who were Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin? Why are they important in the history of Latin American independence movements?
- How did Latin American societies change as a result of the independence movements? What remained unchanged? Provide examples in your answer.
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
QUIZ - Born in Blood and Fire, Chapter 3
On Monday, October 7th, students will be taking a quiz over Chapter 3 in Born in Blood and Fire. Here are the quiz questions. Students will answer 2 of the questions.
