The Latin American Revolution

Question 1

What year did the Latin American Revolution take place?

Answer 1

1800’s - 1830’s

Question 2

What was The Latin American Revolution?

Answer 2

It was an event where the colonies of Latin America fought to gain independence from Spain, France and Portugal.

Question 3

Who were the Peninsulares?

Answer 3

People born in Spain and Portugal

Question 4

What were the reasons for the Latin American Revolution?

Answer 4

• Enlightenment influence
• The American and French Revolution influence

Question 5

Who were the leaders that helped Latin America gain independence?

Answer 5

-Simon Bolivar (led a revolt in South America)
-Jose de San Martin (led a revolution in Argentina)
-Miguel Hidalgo (Mexican independence)
-Toussaint L’Ouverture (led Haitian Revolution)
They all loved their nation and helped it gain independence

Question 6

What happened after The Latin American Revolution?

Answer 6

There were attempts to unify all the different areas of Latin America to form one country but failed b/c of natural boundaries that prevented communication