Francoist Dictatorship and Second Spanish Republic Quiz

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Which characteristic was NOT associated with the Francoist Dictatorship?

Promotion of freedom of speech (correct)

Isolation from the international community

Dissolution of political parties

Imposition of a Catholic regime

What economic issue did Spain face during the Post-War Period?

Excess exports leading to wealth

Self-sufficiency causing shortages (correct)

Lack of agricultural production

Rapid industrial growth

Which statement best describes the political situation in the 1960-1975 period of the Franco regime?

Opposition was organized and effective.

Complete political freedom was established.

Authoritarianism continued but opposition grew. (correct)

Total isolation from neighboring countries.

What were significant economic goals of Spain during the 1960-1975 period?

Industrialization and tourism Signup and view all the answers

What methods were used by the Franco regime to suppress opposition?

Imprisonment, execution, and censorship Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary focus of the land reform during the Second Spanish Republic?

Redistributing land to the peasantry Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of women’s rights was significantly advanced during the Second Spanish Republic?

Right to vote Signup and view all the answers

What marked the beginning of the Spanish Civil War in 1936?

A military coup by conservative forces Signup and view all the answers

What role did education reforms play in the Second Spanish Republic?

Implementation of laic and compulsory education Signup and view all the answers

Which political polarization occurred during the Second Spanish Republic?

Political division between leftist and rightist forces Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the Spanish-American War in 1898?

Spain lost control of Cuba and the Philippines. Signup and view all the answers

What led to public discontent during Alfonso XIII's reign?

Political corruption from the turnismo. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes Primo de Rivera's actions during his dictatorship?

He dissolved political parties and suspended the constitution. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the initial effects of Primo de Rivera's regime after World War I?

Economic stability followed by his downfall. Signup and view all the answers

What major political change occurred on April 14, 1931?

The Second Republic was proclaimed. Signup and view all the answers

Which countries supported the rebel forces during the Spanish Civil War?

Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy Signup and view all the answers

What was a major economic consequence of the Spanish Civil War?

Destruction of industries and infrastructure Signup and view all the answers

What was a key implication of censorship during the Spanish Civil War?

Prohibition of association and repression of dissent Signup and view all the answers

What type of government was established after the Spanish Civil War?

A dictatorship Signup and view all the answers

What notable persecution occurred after the Spanish Civil War?

Persecution and execution of republicans Signup and view all the answers