Brazil Flashcards
What year did Brazil gain independence from Portugal?
1822
Who was the first Emperor of Brazil?
Dom Pedro I
True or False: Brazil was a colony of Spain.
False
Fill in the blank: The capital of Brazil before Brasília was _____ .
Rio de Janeiro
What major event occurred in Brazil in 1888?
Abolition of slavery
Which treaty established the borders of Brazil with its neighboring countries?
Treaty of Tordesillas
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a significant economic activity in colonial Brazil? A) Mining B) Agriculture C) Trade D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Who led the Brazilian Revolution of 1930?
Getúlio Vargas
What is the significance of the year 1964 in Brazilian history?
Military coup that overthrew President João Goulart
True or False: Brazil was the last country in the Americas to abolish slavery.
True
Fill in the blank: The Brazilian flag features a blue globe with _____ stars.
27
What was the primary cause of the War of Independence in Brazil?
Desire for autonomy from Portuguese rule
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a traditional Brazilian music genre? A) Samba B) Tango C) Salsa D) Waltz
A) Samba
What was the role of the Jesuits in colonial Brazil?
They were involved in missionary work and education.
Who was the first president of Brazil?
Marechal Deodoro da Fonseca
True or False: Brazil is the largest country in South America.
True
What was the impact of the gold rush in Brazil during the 18th century?
It led to increased wealth and development in the region.
Fill in the blank: The Amazon Rainforest is primarily located in _____ Brazil.
Northern
What was the significance of the 1988 Constitution in Brazil?
It established democracy and human rights protections.
Multiple Choice: Which city is known as the cultural capital of Brazil? A) São Paulo B) Salvador C) Rio de Janeiro D) Brasília
C) Rio de Janeiro
What event is celebrated on September 7th in Brazil?
Independence Day
True or False: Brazil has never experienced a military dictatorship.
False
Fill in the blank: The Brazilian economy is largely based on _____ and agriculture.
Industry
What is the significance of the phrase ‘Ordem e Progresso’ on the Brazilian flag?
It translates to ‘Order and Progress’ and reflects positivist philosophy.