Benito Juárez: Life and Legacy

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Where was Benito Juárez born?

  • Guadalajara
  • San Pablo Guelatao (correct)
  • Mexico City
  • Oaxaca City

What was Benito Juárez's occupation before becoming president?

  • Lawyer (correct)
  • Farmer
  • Teacher
  • Businessman

What was the significance of the Liberal Constitution of 1857?

  • It established Mexico as a monarchy
  • It abolished slavery in Mexico
  • It restricted individual rights and freedoms
  • It laid the foundation for Mexico's modern legal system (correct)

What was the outcome of the Second French Intervention?

<p>Mexico successfully defended itself against French intervention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Juárez's most significant achievements as president?

<p>He implemented the laws of the Reform (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the laws of the Reform seek to do?

<p>Redistribute wealth and diminish the power of the Catholic Church (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What holiday is celebrated on May 5 in Mexico?

<p>Cinco de Mayo (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who raised Benito Juárez after his parents' death?

<p>His grandparents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Benito Juárez's ancestry?

<p>Indigenous (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a challenge faced by Benito Juárez during his presidency?

<p>Conservative opposition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Early Life and Education

  • Benito Juárez was born on March 21, 1806, in San Pablo Guelatao, Oaxaca.
  • He was raised in poverty and was orphaned at a young age, then raised by his grandparents and later his uncle.
  • Despite facing discrimination for being indigenous, Juárez worked hard to receive an education and eventually became a lawyer.

Political Career

  • Juárez championed liberal ideals and fought against conservative factions in Mexican politics.
  • He served as governor of Oaxaca and played a key role in drafting the Liberal Constitution of 1857.
  • In 1858, Juárez assumed the presidency amid the Reform War, remaining committed to democracy and secularism despite opposition from conservative forces and foreign powers.

Laws of the Reform

  • Juárez implemented laws to diminish the power of the Catholic Church and redistribute wealth in Mexico.
  • These reforms sparked controversy and resistance, but Juárez remained resolute in his efforts to modernize and secularize Mexican society.

Major Achievements

  • Juárez successfully defended Mexico against French intervention during the Second French Intervention, culminating in the Battle of Puebla on May 5 (Cinco de Mayo).
  • He upheld liberal values and defended the rights of the indigenous population, leaving an indelible mark on Mexican history.

Legacy

  • Benito Juárez's remarkable journey from humble beginnings to the presidency serves as a testament to the power of determination and perseverance in the face of adversity.
  • His commitment to democracy, equality, and justice endures as a symbol of Mexico's struggle for a better society.

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