The Zapatista Uprising (1994, North America) — Questions and answers

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What was Subcomandante Marcos doing on January 1, 1994?

Choices

  1. Eating breakfast with his soldiers.
  2. Watching his Zapatista soldiers raise their flag. ✓
  3. Building a new municipal palace.
  4. Sleeping peacefully in his bed.

Answer: Watching his Zapatista soldiers raise their flag.

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How did Comandanta Esther feel about President Salinas's speech?

Choices

  1. She was happy and excited about NAFTA.
  2. She was confused but hopeful for the future.
  3. She was angry and disbelieving about the prosperity. ✓
  4. She was proud and supportive of the President.

Answer: She was angry and disbelieving about the prosperity.

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What did Subcomandante Marcos do in the town square on New Year's Day?

Choices

  1. He sang a song for the people.
  2. He ate a big meal with his soldiers.
  3. He declared war on the Mexican government. ✓
  4. He raised the Zapatista flag for the first time.

Answer: He declared war on the Mexican government.

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What role was Manuel Camacho Solís appointed to by President Salinas?

Choices

  1. Leader of the Zapatista army.
  2. The new President of Mexico.
  3. Peace commissioner. ✓
  4. A warrior against the Zapatistas.

Answer: Peace commissioner.

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