1876 - 1910

Question 0

How did Povfiviato’s new laws benefit the United States?

Answer 0

Relaxed laws on foreign investment, let US buy land, mining opportunities, large US investment in Mexico, allowed US railroad builders into Mexico

Question 1

What was the name of the dictator who ruled Mexico for 35 years between 1876 and 1911?

Answer 1

Povfiriato

Question 2

How was Povfiriato regarded by the US and the rest of Latin America?

Answer 2

Considered one of the best Presidents in Latin America, period of strong cooperation with the United States

Question 3

Why was their a revolt against Povfiriato?

Answer 3

Brought investment on the back of the poor, took land from Indians and peasants, rich got richer, poor got poorer, violated the constitution.

Question 4

What did Povfiriato do in 1910 that helped raise support for his removal?

Answer 4

Commemorated the anniversary of the 1810 revolution which was led by Miguel Hidalgo who had a large support base amongst Indians and peasants who were Povfiriato’s main opposition.

Question 5

When was Povfiriato ousted from office?

Answer 5

1911, forced to flee to Europe