Simon Bolivar — Questions and answers

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What was Simón Bolívar's grand vision for Gran Colombia?

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  1. To create a unified, powerful South American nation. ✓
  2. To build many small, independent countries.
  3. To become the king of a new empire.
  4. To return to Spanish rule with new laws.

Answer: To create a unified, powerful South American nation.

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What solemn vow did young Simón Bolívar make on Monte Sacro?

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  1. He would not rest until he broke Spanish rule in South America. ✓
  2. He would become a great artist in Rome.
  3. He would travel the world and see new places.
  4. He would build a new house for his family.

Answer: He would not rest until he broke Spanish rule in South America.

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What was the 'Cartagena Manifesto' mostly about?

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  1. An appeal for unity and military action against Spanish rule. ✓
  2. A description of beautiful places in Cartagena.
  3. A list of new foods Bolívar tried.
  4. A story about a hidden treasure.

Answer: An appeal for unity and military action against Spanish rule.

From page 3

What did Bolívar's 'Decree of War to the Death' say would happen to Spaniards who did not support independence?

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  1. They would be executed. ✓
  2. They would be given new homes.
  3. They would be asked to leave peacefully.
  4. They would become friends with the patriots.

Answer: They would be executed.

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What happened to Simón Bolívar after Caracas fell in 1814?

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  1. He was forced into a retreat and then into exile. ✓
  2. He built a new city in Caracas.
  3. He became a farmer in Venezuela.
  4. He decided to stop fighting forever.

Answer: He was forced into a retreat and then into exile.

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What was the important condition President Alexandre Pétion of Haiti gave to Bolívar for his help?

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  1. Bolívar must abolish slavery in all liberated territories. ✓
  2. Bolívar must teach Pétion's army how to sail.
  3. Bolívar must give Haiti all the gold he found.
  4. Bolívar must build a new palace for Pétion.

Answer: Bolívar must abolish slavery in all liberated territories.

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What daring military feat did Simón Bolívar achieve in 1819?

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  1. He crossed the snow-capped Andes mountains with his army. ✓
  2. He built a giant bridge across the Orinoco River.
  3. He sailed a huge fleet of ships around South America.
  4. He invented a new flying machine for his army.

Answer: He crossed the snow-capped Andes mountains with his army.

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What happened after the meeting between Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín?

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  1. San Martín withdrew from the revolutionary struggle, leaving Bolívar as the main leader. ✓
  2. They decided to build a new city together.
  3. They planned a big party for all their soldiers.
  4. They both went on a long vacation.

Answer: San Martín withdrew from the revolutionary struggle, leaving Bolívar as the main leader.

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Who bravely saved Simón Bolívar's life during an assassination attempt in 1828?

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  1. His companion, Manuela Sáenz. ✓
  2. A loyal guard dog.
  3. His youngest soldier.
  4. A passing stranger.

Answer: His companion, Manuela Sáenz.

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How many nations did Simón Bolívar liberate during his lifetime?

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  1. Six nations. ✓
  2. Two nations.
  3. Ten nations.
  4. One nation.

Answer: Six nations.

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