Latinx and Spanish Colonization Quiz

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Which event led to the Mexican-American War in 1846?

Spanish-American War

Monroe Doctrine

Texas Revolt (correct)

Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

Who is famously associated with the exploration and conquest of the Aztec Empire?

Coronado

Ponce de León

Casta

Hernán Cortés (correct)

What policy asserted U.S. authority to intervene in Latin America to prevent European intervention?

Treaty of Paris

Roosevelt Corollary (correct)

Platt Amendment

Jones Act

Which legislation restricted immigration based on national origins in the United States?

National Origins Act Signup and view all the answers

What was one aspect of Americanization efforts in Puerto Rico?

Introducing American holidays, customs, and traditions Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation granted U.S. citizenship to Puerto Ricans as part of Americanization efforts?

Jones Act Signup and view all the answers

How did Americanization efforts impact the Puerto Rican economy?

Modernizing and industrializing along American lines Signup and view all the answers

What role did U.S. military forces play in Americanization efforts in Puerto Rico?

Contributing to Americanization through interactions with locals Signup and view all the answers

How did some Puerto Ricans view certain aspects of Americanization efforts?

As eroding Puerto Rican identity and autonomy Signup and view all the answers

Which act outlined civil government structures in Puerto Rico as part of Americanization efforts?

Foraker Act Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of Operation Bootstrap initiated by the government of Puerto Rico?

To modernize and industrialize the island's economy Signup and view all the answers

Which sector saw significant growth in Puerto Rico due to Operation Bootstrap?

Textiles Signup and view all the answers

What key factor did Operation Bootstrap focus on to support industrial growth?

Infrastructure development Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of Puerto Rico during the launch of Operation Bootstrap?

Luis Muñoz Marín Signup and view all the answers

What approach did Operation Bootstrap take to attract foreign investment to Puerto Rico?

Offering tax incentives and favorable policies to companies Signup and view all the answers

Which area did Operation Bootstrap emphasize to meet the demands of a modern industrial economy?

Education and workforce training Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the United States declaring war on Spain in 1898?

American newspapers blaming Spain for the USS Maine incident Signup and view all the answers

Which American naval commander achieved significant victories in both the Caribbean and the Pacific theaters during the Spanish-American War?

Commodore George Dewey Signup and view all the answers

What did the Treaty of Paris in 1898 require Spain to do?

Relinquish control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines to the United States Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant consequence of the Spanish-American War?

The emergence of the United States as a global power Signup and view all the answers

Which nation received $20 million as part of the Treaty of Paris following the Spanish-American War?

Spain Signup and view all the answers

What bipartisan approval did the declaration of war against Spain in 1898 receive?

Approval from both political parties in Congress Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the National Origins Act of 1924?

To favor immigrants from specific regions over others Signup and view all the answers

How did the Bracero Program impact the agricultural labor force in the United States?

It addressed labor shortages in agriculture during World War II Signup and view all the answers

Which regions in the United States primarily benefited from the labor provided by the Bracero Program?

Western States like California and Texas Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the National Origins Act quotas have on immigration until 1965?

They remained in place until they were revised by another act Signup and view all the answers

Which factor influenced the establishment of military forts and missions in the Southwest by the United States?

Treaties with indigenous peoples Signup and view all the answers

What distinguished the Bracero Program from other guest worker initiatives?

It was focused on addressing labor shortages in agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What is cultural syncretism in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean known for?

Blending African, European, and indigenous influences into unique cultural expressions Signup and view all the answers

How do racial disparities manifest in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean?

Darker-skinned individuals often face greater barriers to political representation and economic opportunity Signup and view all the answers

How do discussions about race intersect with debates about national identity in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean?

Race plays a role in broader debates about national identity and nationalism Signup and view all the answers

What types of movements have historically aimed to address racial inequality in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean?

Civil rights movements, advocacy for Afro-descendant rights, campaigns to challenge racial stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

How do structural racism and institutional discrimination impact various aspects of life in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean?

They continue to affect access to education, healthcare, employment, and housing Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the rich cultural syncretism in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean?

'Melting pot' blending of various cultural influences such as African, European, and indigenous Signup and view all the answers