89 Questions
Which country was not part of the War of the Triple Alliance (a.k.a. The Paraguayan War)?
Colombia
Which river system played a significant role in the territorial disputes after independence from Spain?
La Plata and Paraná river systems
Why did Paraguay need access to waterways like the La Plata and Paraná after its independence?
To connect with its western territories
Who was the leader of Paraguay during the War of the Triple Alliance?
Francisco Solano López
Which country miscalculated by attempting to attack Brazil through Argentina?
Paraguay
Which country was part of Gran Colombia but did not engage in the War of the Triple Alliance?
Panama
When did Spain sell Florida to the USA?
In 1821
What event resulted in Mexico losing Central America?
No war, separation agreement
Which country was NOT created when the United Provinces of Central America dissolved?
Panama
Who controlled parts of the Central American coasts in the early 19th century?
Britain
Under which treaty did France sell Louisiana to the USA?
"Louisiana Purchase"
When did Mexico lose Texas after a war?
1836
What was the main reason Texas seceded from Mexico?
Fear of total abolition of slavery
What was the primary border dispute between Texas and Mexico after Texas separated?
Nueces River or Rio Grande
Why did Mexico consider Texas a rebel province?
Texas declared independence from Mexico
When did Panama become a new/separate country?
1903
Which country did Belize formerly belong to before separating?
Great Britain
Why did President Polk send General Zachary Taylor to Fort Brown in 1846?
To address a border dispute with Mexico
What was the result of the Paraguayan War?
Paraguay loses territory to Brazil and Argentina
Which country suffered the most military casualties in the Paraguayan War?
Paraguay
What was one of the secondary consequences of the Paraguayan War for Brazil?
Promises of freedom to enslaved Africans who fought
What was Paraguay's goal post-independence?
To access rivers and the Atlantic, mostly at Uruguay's expense
Which country's right to exist was acknowledged as a result of the Paraguayan War?
Uruguay
What made the Paraguayan War the deadliest inter-state war in Latin American history?
$60,000$ Paraguayan casualties
Why did Chile wage war against and defeat Peru and Bolivia in the War of the Pacific?
The area was rich in nitrates, which were crucial for fertilizers and explosives.
What valuable resources did Chile gain from Bolivia and Peru after defeating them in the War of the Pacific?
Sodium nitrate
Which country lost its 250 miles of Pacific coastline and access to the sea as a result of the War of the Pacific?
Bolivia
Why did Bolivia raise taxes on Chilean mining and threaten to confiscate Chilean properties before the War of the Pacific?
To retaliate for Chilean ownership of nitrate mines in Bolivia.
What was the primary reason for Chile defeating both Bolivia and Peru in the War of the Pacific?
Chile possessed better-disciplined and trained military forces.
What is the main product mined in the part of the Atacama Desert formerly owned by Bolivia and Peru?
Copper
What was the main reason behind the Gadsden Purchase by the United States?
To acquire land for a transcontinental railroad route
Which country lost significant territory after the Mexican-American War (1846-1848)?
Mexico
What was the outcome of the splitting of Gran Colombia in 1830?
Formation of Venezuela and Ecuador as separate countries
Which country was involved in diminishing the Viceroyalty of Peru by creating the Viceroyalty of New Granada in 1717?
Spain
What prompted the United States to pay Mexico $15 million and forgive $3 million in debts?
To compensate for damages caused during the Mexican-American War
What was the significance of Panama being part of the Viceroyalty of New Granada in 1780?
Panama controlled trade routes between South America and Central America
Why did Paraguay, a landlocked country, need access to waterways like La Plata and Paraná after independence?
To facilitate trade and commerce
What was the miscalculation made by Paraguay's leader, Francisco Solano López, during the War of the Triple Alliance (Paraguayan War)?
Attempting to invade Argentina through Brazil
Which war involved Chile fighting against both Peru and Bolivia?
War of the Pacific
What geographical features were crucial to the territorial disputes between Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil post-independence?
Waterways like La Plata and Paraná rivers
Which of the following best describes Gran Colombia's relationship with Panama?
'Panama' was originally part of Gran Colombia, then gained independence.
What characterized Paraguay's status as a powerful country from 1820 to 1865?
Being landlocked but having strong military and economic capabilities
What was the primary consequence for Brazil due to the Paraguayan War?
Brazil faced criticism for the lackluster military performance and many deaths
What was the significance of Uruguay in the Paraguayan War?
Uruguay's right to exist was acknowledged
What was the size of the military casualties and deaths from diseases in the Paraguayan War?
300,000 Paraguayans, 60,000 Brazilians, and 30,000 Argentinians
Why did Brazil need to make promises of freedom to enslaved Africans during the war?
To undermine the institution of slavery
What was Paraguay's primary goal post-independence?
To access rivers and the Atlantic predominantly at Uruguay's expense
What was one of the secondary consequences of the Paraguayan War for Brazil?
Brazil was criticized for lackluster military performance and many deaths
Why did Texas secede from Mexico?
Mexico abolished slavery, which Texans feared would lead to the total abolition of slavery.
What was the primary reason for the Mexican-American War?
President Polk's expansionist policies and desire for territorial gains.
What caused Belize to separate from the UK in 1981?
Belize disagreed with the UK's stance on slavery.
Why did Panama become a new/separate country in 1903?
Panama separated from Gran Colombia as a distinct nation.
What characterized the constant chaos in Mexico during the time of Texas' secession?
Political instability due to frequent changes in government.
What led to the border dispute between Texas and Mexico after Texas separated?
Disagreement over whether the Nueces River or Rio Grande formed the border.
Why did Chile wage war against and defeat Peru and Bolivia in the War of the Pacific?
To expand its territory and gain access to the Pacific coastline
What were nitrates important components of during the War of the Pacific?
Weapons and explosives
What valuable resources did Chile gain from Bolivia and Peru after defeating them in the War of the Pacific?
Copper mines in the Atacama Desert
What was Bolivia's primary reason for raising taxes on Chilean mining before the War of the Pacific?
To retaliate against Chile for owning nitrate mines in Bolivia
What was one of the key outcomes of the War of the Pacific for Bolivia?
Loss of 250 miles of Pacific coastline
Why did Peru and Bolivia become rivals with Chile over nitrate deposits?
Conflicts over control of Atacama Desert territories
Why did Mexico not accept the secession of Texas?
Texans preferred Mexican Liberal constitution over Conservative constitution.
What led to the border dispute between Texas and Mexico after Texas separated?
Question of whether the border was Nueces River or Rio Grande.
Why did President Polk send General Zachary Taylor to Fort Brown in 1846?
To prevent Mexico from invading American territory.
What was one of the reasons Texans feared total abolition of slavery under Mexican rule?
Slaves in Texas were considered indentured servants.
Why did most people consider Panama part of Central America despite its historical background?
It was a separate country as of 1903.
What characterized the cultural identity clash between Texas settlers and Mexican rule?
Preference for Mexican Liberal over Conservative constitution.
What was the significance of the Gadsden Purchase in 1853/54 for the United States?
It helped in securing a southern route for a transcontinental railroad.
Which best describes the impact of the Mexican-American War on Mexico in 1846-1848?
Mexico incurred significant debts to the United States.
Why was the area shown in red in Mexico in 1848 significant?
It indicated the region ceded to the United States after the Mexican-American War.
During which U.S. Presidency did the Gadsden Purchase take place?
Franklin Pierce
What was the primary motivation behind the U.S. wanting the land acquired through the Gadsden Purchase?
To secure a route for a transcontinental railroad.
How did the Gadsden Purchase impact Santa Anna's political career?
It ended his political career by forcing his resignation.
What was the primary consequence for Brazil as a result of the Paraguayan War?
Brazil's military performance disappointed, harming Pedro II’s reputation
What characterized Paraguay's status post-independence?
Paraguay remained a landlocked country despite its intentions
What was the main goal of Paraguay during the Paraguayan War?
To gain access to rivers and the Atlantic at Uruguay's expense
What was the outcome for Paraguay after the Paraguayan War?
Paraguay lost significant territory to Brazil and Argentina
Which country suffered the most military casualties during the Paraguayan War?
Paraguay
How did Brazil respond to the need for manpower during the Paraguayan War?
By recruiting enslaved Africans and promising them freedom
What was one of the primary reasons for Paraguay's need to access waterways like La Plata and Paraná after its independence?
To facilitate trade and commerce due to being landlocked
Which country was part of the Viceroyalty of Peru before becoming part of Gran Colombia and later achieving independence in 1903?
Panama
What was a significant geographical feature crucial to the territorial disputes among Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil post-independence?
River systems
Which war involved Paraguay fighting against Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay from 1865 to 1870?
The Triple Alliance (Paraguayan War)
What was one of the primary goals of Paraguay's leader, Francisco Solano López, during the Paraguayan War?
To attack Brazil by marching through Argentina
What was one of the key reasons for Chile waging war against and defeating Peru and Bolivia in the War of the Pacific?
The presence of nitrates in the region, crucial for fertilizers and explosives
Why did Bolivia raise taxes on Chilean mining before the War of the Pacific?
To retaliate against Chilean companies owning nitrate mines in Bolivia
What was one of the primary outcomes for Bolivia as a result of the War of the Pacific?
Gain of access to the sea and a 250-mile coastline
What prompted Chile to wage war against and defeat Peru and Bolivia in the War of the Pacific?
Bolivia's attempts to create a monopoly over nitrate resources
How did Chile gain valuable coastal lands and mineral resources after defeating Bolivia and Peru in the War of the Pacific?
By defeating both countries militarily and acquiring territories
Why did Bolivia lose its 250 miles of Pacific coastline as a result of the War of the Pacific?
Chile militarily defeated Bolivia and took over its coastal lands
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