Haitian Revolution Flashcards

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1
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What was the primary goal of the Haitian Revolution?

A

To abolish slavery and gain independence from French colonial rule.

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True or False: The Haitian Revolution began in 1791.

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True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The Haitian Revolution was led by leaders such as Toussaint __________.

A

L’Ouverture

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What significant event did the Haitian Revolution inspire in Latin America?

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It inspired other independence movements and revolutions against colonial rule.

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Multiple Choice: Which country did Haiti declare independence from?

A

France

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What was the outcome of the Haitian Revolution in 1804?

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Haiti became the first independent black republic.

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True or False: The Haitian Revolution resulted in the end of slavery in Haiti.

A

True

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What was the impact of the Haitian Revolution on global perceptions of slavery?

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It challenged the legitimacy of slavery and inspired abolitionist movements.

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Fill in the blank: The Haitian Revolution was part of the larger __________ movement against colonialism.

A

Atlantic

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Who was the leader known for his military tactics during the revolution?

A

Jean-Jacques Dessalines

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Multiple Choice: Which year did Haiti officially declare its independence?

A

1804

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True or False: The Haitian Revolution was a peaceful transition to independence.

A

False

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What was one of the immediate consequences of the revolution for Haiti?

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Economic isolation and sanctions from other nations.

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Fill in the blank: The revolution was marked by a series of __________ against plantation owners.

A

uprisings

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What role did the French Revolution play in the Haitian Revolution?

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It provided ideological inspiration and initial calls for freedom.

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True or False: Haiti was the first country in the world to abolish slavery completely.

A

True

17
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What was the name of the document that declared Haiti’s independence?

A

The Declaration of Independence

18
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Multiple Choice: Who became the first ruler of independent Haiti?

A

Jean-Jacques Dessalines

19
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What was the primary economic system in Haiti before the revolution?

A

Plantation agriculture based on slave labor.

20
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Fill in the blank: The revolution significantly altered the __________ structure in Haiti.

A

social

21
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What was the international reaction to Haiti’s independence?

A

Many nations, particularly in Europe and the Americas, were hostile and refused recognition.

22
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True or False: The Haitian Revolution had no impact on the United States.

A

False

23
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What is one legacy of the Haitian Revolution?

A

It served as a symbol of resistance against oppression and colonialism.

24
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a result of the revolution?

A

Establishment of a black-led government.

25
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What was the primary motivation behind the enslaved people’s revolt?

A

The desire for freedom and an end to slavery.

26
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Fill in the blank: The revolution was characterized by both __________ and military strategies.

A

political

27
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True or False: The Haitian Revolution is often considered the only successful slave revolt in history.

A

True