Spanish Chapter 33 Flashcards
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What does 'Pelayo' refer to?

Covadonga

What is a waterwheel known for?

Brought to Spain by the Moors

What significant event occurred in A.D. 711?

Moorish invasion

Who is referred to as El Cid?

<p>Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Felipe II known for?

<p>Invincible Armada</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year did the War of Independence begin?

<p>1808</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened in 1492?

<p>Moorish defeat at Grenada</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Celitiberians?

<p>Early inhabitants of Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did Franco play in Spain?

<p>Dictator</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were Fernando and Isabel?

<p>Catholic rulers</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Spanish 'Invincible' Armada, at war with England, was defeated in _____.

<p>1588</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Moors governed Spain for _____ centuries.

<p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ established trading posts in Spain.

<p>Phoenicians</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ invaded Spain in A.D. 711.

<p>Moors</p> Signup and view all the answers

Carlos V was the father of _____.

<p>Felipe II</p> Signup and view all the answers

El Cid captured _____ from the Moors.

<p>Valencia</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ built bridges and aqueducts in Spain.

<p>Romans</p> Signup and view all the answers

_____ completed the Reconquest from the Moors.

<p>Fernando and Isabel</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ developed philosophy and the sciences.

<p>Moors</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ conquered the Carthaginians.

<p>Romans</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first leader in the Reconquest of Spain was _____

<p>Pelayo</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Spanish-American War took place in _____

<p>1898</p> Signup and view all the answers

Felipe II was the son of _____

<p>Carlos V</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Spanish language is derived from _____

<p>Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Moors were driven out of Spain in _____

<p>1492</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Romans ruled Spain for _____ years.

<p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

Many Spanish words that begin with al- are of _____ descent

<p>Arabic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Prince Juan Carlos de Borbon was proclaimed King in _____

<p>1975</p> Signup and view all the answers

Columbus's voyages were financed by _____

<p>Fernando and Isabel</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered Spain's national hero?

<p>El Cid</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the Moors invade Spain?

<p>A.D. 711</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Don Pelayo win at Covadonga?

<p>A.D. 718</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Fernando and Isabel recapture Grenada?

<p>1492</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the Spaniards rebel against Napoleon?

<p>1808</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did England defeat the 'Invincible Armada'?

<p>1588</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who captured Valencia from the Moors?

<p>El Cid</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who financed Columbus's voyages?

<p>Fernando and Isabel</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the father of Felipe II?

<p>Carlos V</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who built the Alhambra?

<p>The Moors</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who overthrew the Spanish republic in 1939?

<p>Francisco Franco</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Historical Figures and Events

  • Pelayo: Key leader in the Reconquest of Spain; emerged victorious at Covadonga.
  • El Cid (Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar): Spain's national hero; captured Valencia from the Moors.
  • Fernando and Isabel: Catholic monarchs who completed the Reconquest and financed Columbus's voyages.
  • Francisco Franco: Dictator who overthrew the Spanish republic in 1939.
  • Carlos V: Father of Felipe II; played a significant role in the Spanish Empire.

Important Dates

  • A.D. 711: Year the Moors invaded Spain, marking the beginning of a significant period in Spanish history.
  • 1492: Year of the Moors' defeat at Grenada and Columbus's first voyage to the Americas.
  • 1808: Year when the Spaniards rebelled against Napoleon, initiating the War of Independence.
  • 1588: Year of the defeat of the Spanish "Invincible" Armada during war with England.
  • 1975: Year Prince Juan Carlos de Borbon was proclaimed King of Spain.

Cultural Influences

  • Moors: Brought advanced knowledge of philosophy and sciences to Spain; governed for 7 centuries.
  • Romans: Established infrastructure such as bridges and aqueducts; ruled Spain for 6 years.
  • Phoenicians: Known for establishing trading posts in ancient Spain.
  • Arabic Influence: Many Spanish words, especially those starting with "al-", have Arabic origins.

Miscellaneous Facts

  • Waterwheel: Introduced to Spain by the Moors, showcasing agricultural advancements.
  • Languages: Spanish language derived from Latin, reflecting Roman influence.

Geographic Notes

  • Covadonga: Site of Pelayo's victory, symbolizing resistance against Moorish rule.
  • Valencia: City captured by El Cid, significant in the history of the Reconquest.

Important Conflicts

  • War of Independence (1808): A pivotal uprising against French control.
  • Spanish-American War (1898): Marked a significant turning point in Spain's role as a colonial power.

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