Challenges During Alfonso XIII's Reign
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What were some of the key challenges during Alfonso XIII's reign in Spain?

  • Loss of the Spanish-American War and labor movements
  • Economic struggles and inflation
  • Rise of regional nationalism and the Bolshevik Triennium
  • Frequent changes in government and social unrest (correct)

    • What prompted the establishment of the Second Spanish Republic in 1931?

  • Widespread discontent reflected in significant victories for republicans and left-wing parties in municipal elections (correct)
  • The loss of the Spanish-American War
  • The rise of regional nationalism in Catalonia and the Basque Country
  • Economic challenges and social unrest

    • What events led to Spain ceding colonies to the United States?

  • Protests against labor laws resulting in casualties
  • The Cuban War of Independence, the USS Maine Explosion, and the Spanish-American War (correct)
  • The Bolshevik Triennium and social unrest
  • Rise of regional nationalism in Catalonia and the Basque Country

    • What demonstrated social unrest and activism during Alfonso XIII's era?

    <p>The Bolshevik Triennium (1918-1920) and labor movements, such as the activities of CNT and UGT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What incident underscored social and economic hardships during Alfonso XIII's era?

    <p>The incident in Tarancón, Cuenca, in 1919 resulting in protests against labor laws and casualties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of Alfonso XIII's reign in Spain?

    <p>Establishment of the Second Spanish Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event led to Spain ceding colonies to the United States during Alfonso XIII's era?

    <p>Cuban War of Independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized Alfonso XIII's reign in Spain?

    <p>Frequent changes in government and corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor prompted the rise of regional nationalism in Catalonia and the Basque Country during Alfonso XIII's era?

    <p>Political corruption and clientelism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event underscored social and economic hardships during Alfonso XIII's era?

    <p>The incident in Tarancón, Cuenca in 1919</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributed to social tensions during Alfonso XIII's reign in Spain?

    <p>Rural poverty and landlessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant consequence of the loss in the Spanish-American War (1898) during Alfonso XIII's era?

    <p>Decline in Spain's global influence and economic challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect characterized the political system during Alfonso XIII's reign?

    <p>Instability, short-lived governments, and corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marked the decline of Spain's global influence during Alfonso XIII's reign?

    <p>Loss of colonies in the Spanish-American War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What created an atmosphere of uncertainty and contributed to the erosion of democratic institutions during Alfonso XIII's reign?

    <p>Military interventions and coup attempts</p> Signup and view all the answers

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