Podcast
Questions and Answers
The Tax Reform of 1884 introduced the Cedula tax as a replacement for the despised ______.
The Tax Reform of 1884 introduced the Cedula tax as a replacement for the despised ______.
tribute
The annual forced labor, known as polo, was reduced from 40 days to 15 days by the Tax Reform of ______.
The annual forced labor, known as polo, was reduced from 40 days to 15 days by the Tax Reform of ______.
1884
All men and women above 18 years of age residing in the islands were required to obtain a cedula according to the Royal Decree, regardless of their ______.
All men and women above 18 years of age residing in the islands were required to obtain a cedula according to the Royal Decree, regardless of their ______.
nationality
There were sixteen different classes of cedulas, initially nine taxed classes with tax rates ranging from 1.59 pesos to 25 pesos, and a tenth class known as ______.
There were sixteen different classes of cedulas, initially nine taxed classes with tax rates ranging from 1.59 pesos to 25 pesos, and a tenth class known as ______.
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Tax Reform of 1884
- Introduced the Cedula tax as a replacement for the despised polo (annual forced labor)
- Reduced the annual forced labor (polo) from 40 days to 15 days
- Required all men and women above 18 years of age residing in the islands to obtain a cedula, regardless of their social status
Cedula Classes
- There were sixteen different classes of cedulas
- Initially, there were nine taxed classes with tax rates ranging from 1.59 pesos to 25 pesos
- A tenth class known as exempt was introduced
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Learn about the notable Tax Reform of 1884 introduced by Spain in the 19th century. This quiz covers the key provisions of the reform such as the replacement of the despised tribute with the Cedula tax and the reduction of annual forced labor days. Test your knowledge on this significant historical event.
