Venezuela's Journey to Independence

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During the early 19th century, Venezuela gained independence from which country?

England

Portugal

France

Spain (correct)

Who is known as the 'Liberator' of Venezuela?

Francisco de Miranda

Francisco Pizarro

Simón Bolívar (correct)

Hugo Chávez

Which event in 1810 was a significant move toward self-governance in Venezuela?

The Treaty of Cúcuta

The Battle of Ayacucho

The Caracas Junta (correct)

The Battle of Carabobo

What were the economic challenges faced by Venezuela during early national development?

Dependence on agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What were the social challenges persisting from the colonial era in Venezuela?

Racial and class divisions Signup and view all the answers

What were the opportunities for Venezuela during early national development?

Abundance of oil Signup and view all the answers

What was Bolívar's vision for South America?

Formation of Gran Colombia Signup and view all the answers

What were the political challenges faced by Venezuela during early national development?

Frequent changes in leadership Signup and view all the answers

Who was a precursor to Simón Bolívar in the independence movement of Venezuela?

Francisco de Miranda Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Battle of Carabobo in 1821?

Venezuela's liberation Signup and view all the answers

During which period did Venezuela face significant challenges in the early years of its independence?

Early National Development (1830-1900) Signup and view all the answers

Who was the liberator of Venezuela and many other South American nations?

Simón Bolívar Signup and view all the answers

Which country did Venezuela become a part of after gaining independence from Spanish rule?

Gran Colombia Signup and view all the answers

Who ruled Venezuela during the late 19th century and modernized infrastructure?

Antonio Guzmán Blanco Signup and view all the answers

What valuable resources were extracted during the colonial period in Venezuela?

Gold and cocoa Signup and view all the answers

Which period marked the beginning of Venezuela's existence as a separate nation?

Gran Colombia (1819-1831) Signup and view all the answers

When was the first oil well drilled in Venezuela?

1914 Signup and view all the answers

What was the main impact of the late 19th-century oil industry on Venezuela's national development?

Attracted foreign investments and generated substantial revenues Signup and view all the answers

Who played a key role in Venezuela's early post-independence period as its first president?

José Antonio Páez Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the federation led by Simón Bolívar?