Latin American Revolution Lesson 9
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DO NOW- Would the French Revolution have happened if the American Revolution turned out differently, or never happened at all? Why? Explain
DO NOW- Would the French Revolution have happened if the American Revolution turned out differently, or never happened at all? Why? Explain

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What countries were the main colonizers in South America?
What countries were the main colonizers in South America?

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What main social factor motivated Latin American independence movements?
What main social factor motivated Latin American independence movements?
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Who ruled Spain when Latin American colonies sought independence?
Who ruled Spain when Latin American colonies sought independence?
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Why did creoles oppose Napoleon’s brother as king?
Why did creoles oppose Napoleon’s brother as king?
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What global event influenced Latin American independence?
What global event influenced Latin American independence?

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What was the Encomienda System primarily based on?
What was the Encomienda System primarily based on?
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How did the Encomienda System affect Native Americans?
How did the Encomienda System affect Native Americans?
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What did Europeans gain from the Encomienda System?
What did Europeans gain from the Encomienda System?

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Match each social class to their description
Match each social class to their description
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Creoles | arrow_right_alt | People born in Spain but living in Latin America. They were typically landowners and had positions in the government |
Peninsulares | arrow_right_alt | Spanish people born in Latin America. Led most revolutions |
Mestizos | arrow_right_alt | Mixed Spanish and Native American People |
Slaves/Native Americans | arrow_right_alt | Mixed Spanish and African People |
Mulattoes | arrow_right_alt | Used as force labor for producing cash crops |

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A question: Which group was at the top of Spanish-American society?
A question: Which group was at the top of Spanish-American society?

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How was the encomienda system meant to work and how did it actually work?
How was the encomienda system meant to work and how did it actually work?

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Which features characterize wealthier homes in urban areas?
Which features characterize wealthier homes in urban areas?
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What types of entertainment were popular among poorer urban populations?
What types of entertainment were popular among poorer urban populations?
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How did the living conditions differ between wealthier and poorer neighborhoods?
How did the living conditions differ between wealthier and poorer neighborhoods?

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What enlightenment ideas/people inspired these revolutions?
What enlightenment ideas/people inspired these revolutions?

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Spanish colonies were governed by a group known as the Council of the Indies.
Spanish colonies were governed by a group known as the Council of the Indies.
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Viceroys were appointed by local colonial leaders in Spanish colonies.
Viceroys were appointed by local colonial leaders in Spanish colonies.
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Britain's policies toward American colonists included representation in Parliament.
Britain's policies toward American colonists included representation in Parliament.
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Name the four main causes of the Latin American Revolutions
Name the four main causes of the Latin American Revolutions

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List at least two leaders from each the American and French Revolution
List at least two leaders from each the American and French Revolution

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What percentage of the population in Haiti were enslaved Africans?
What percentage of the population in Haiti were enslaved Africans?
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Which crop was primarily produced in Saint Dominique?
Which crop was primarily produced in Saint Dominique?
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Who profited the most from sugar plantations in Haiti?
Who profited the most from sugar plantations in Haiti?
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How did the enslaved population compare to their masters?
How did the enslaved population compare to their masters?

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What was the call to action by Boukman Duty?
What was the call to action by Boukman Duty?
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During the 1791 revolt in Haiti, what primary agricultural product did the rebels destroy in their fight for freedom?
During the 1791 revolt in Haiti, what primary agricultural product did the rebels destroy in their fight for freedom?

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How do you think Toussaint's European education influenced the Haitian Revolution?
How do you think Toussaint's European education influenced the Haitian Revolution?

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What event prompted the Mexican Revolution against Spanish rule?
What event prompted the Mexican Revolution against Spanish rule?
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What groups did Father Hidalgo rally for independence?
What groups did Father Hidalgo rally for independence?
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What idea did Hidalgo study that influenced his actions?
What idea did Hidalgo study that influenced his actions?
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What was the outcome of Hidalgo's leadership in 1811?
What was the outcome of Hidalgo's leadership in 1811?

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How did Hidalgo's background influence his role in the independence movement?
How did Hidalgo's background influence his role in the independence movement?
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What role did religious symbolism play in the call to arms in 1810?
What role did religious symbolism play in the call to arms in 1810?

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Who took over leadership after Father Hidalgo's execution?
Who took over leadership after Father Hidalgo's execution?
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Who was the Creole army officer that ruled Mexico after independence?
Who was the Creole army officer that ruled Mexico after independence?
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Father Morelos was a Spanish nobleman before becoming a priest.
Father Morelos was a Spanish nobleman before becoming a priest.
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Morelos aimed to establish a monarchy in Mexico.
Morelos aimed to establish a monarchy in Mexico.

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What were the main achievements of the congress established by Morelos?
What were the main achievements of the congress established by Morelos?
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How did Napoleon Bonaparte view Morelos in comparison to other leaders?
How did Napoleon Bonaparte view Morelos in comparison to other leaders?
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Overall why did Father Hidalgo revolt against the Spanish rule?
Overall why did Father Hidalgo revolt against the Spanish rule?

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Why is his translation of "The Declaration of the Rights of Man" to be passed out to the masses influential. What did the French not take into consideration when creating this document?
Why is his translation of "The Declaration of the Rights of Man" to be passed out to the masses influential. What did the French not take into consideration when creating this document?

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Britain was initially an ally of Venezuela during the conflicts in Gran Colombia.
Britain was initially an ally of Venezuela during the conflicts in Gran Colombia.
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Napoleon's invasion of Spain caused Britain to change its allegiance to Spain.
Napoleon's invasion of Spain caused Britain to change its allegiance to Spain.
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Haiti's support for Bolivar was not conditional upon the liberation of slaves.
Haiti's support for Bolivar was not conditional upon the liberation of slaves.
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The public in the US opposed involvement in the conflicts affecting Gran Colombia.
The public in the US opposed involvement in the conflicts affecting Gran Colombia.
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Match the historical figure to their role in Latin America.
Match the historical figure to their role in Latin America.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
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Toussaint L’Ouverture | arrow_right_alt | Mexican independence activist who was also a Priest |
Jose de San Martin | arrow_right_alt | Venezuelan military and political leader known as "The Liberator" |
Simon Bolivar | arrow_right_alt | Argentinian independence leader that aidid in liberation of many countries like Argentina, Chile, and Peru. |
Miguel Hidalgo | arrow_right_alt | Leader of Haitian Revolution |

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Who is the audience of this document?
Who is the audience of this document?
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What is Bolívar’s major argument about the need for the people in Spanish Latin America to gain their independence?
What is Bolívar’s major argument about the need for the people in Spanish Latin America to gain their independence?
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How has Spain economically restricted the American colonies?
How has Spain economically restricted the American colonies?
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What is the purpose of Simon Bolivar writing this letter? What is Simon Bolivar’s point of view on the topic as he wrote this letter?
What is the purpose of Simon Bolivar writing this letter? What is Simon Bolivar’s point of view on the topic as he wrote this letter?
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How is Bolívar’s Jamaica Letter similar to the American Declaration of Independence?
How is Bolívar’s Jamaica Letter similar to the American Declaration of Independence?


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How was the French Revolution a turning point for both France and the rest of the world?
How was the French Revolution a turning point for both France and the rest of the world?

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What was the main purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?
What was the main purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?
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What event highlighted the need for the Monroe Doctrine?
What event highlighted the need for the Monroe Doctrine?
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What role did Great Britain play in the Monroe Doctrine?
What role did Great Britain play in the Monroe Doctrine?
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Historians often debate whether the revolutions in Latin America during the early 19th century were truly revolutionary. Based on the Crash Course video, evaluate the extent to which these revolutions transformed Latin American societies. In your response, be sure to consider social, political, and economic structures both before and after independence.- Use specific examples from the video (e.g., Brazil’s conservative independence, Simon Bolívar’s campaigns, the role of the Catholic Church, racial and gender hierarchies, etc.).
- Make a clear argument about whether the revolutions were revolutionary in ideals, outcomes, or both.
Historians often debate whether the revolutions in Latin America during the early 19th century were truly revolutionary. Based on the Crash Course video, evaluate the extent to which these revolutions transformed Latin American societies. In your response, be sure to consider social, political, and economic structures both before and after independence.
- Use specific examples from the video (e.g., Brazil’s conservative independence, Simon Bolívar’s campaigns, the role of the Catholic Church, racial and gender hierarchies, etc.).
- Make a clear argument about whether the revolutions were revolutionary in ideals, outcomes, or both.
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EXIT SLIP- Where the Latin American Revolutions a success? Be detail in your stance and follow the rubric
EXIT SLIP- Where the Latin American Revolutions a success? Be detail in your stance and follow the rubric
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Exit Ticket- How did the changing dynamics of the American and French Revolution influence Latin American Revolutions?
Exit Ticket- How did the changing dynamics of the American and French Revolution influence Latin American Revolutions?





















