Post-Colonial Governments in the Americas Answers

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Who was Símon Bolívar?

A
the first president of Argentina
B
the author of the first Mexican Constitution
C
the leader of Bolivian insurgents in 1908
D
the father of Latin American independence
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Which of the following statements describes the Medellin Cartel?

A
It was a Venezuelan cartel that determined oil prices between 1971 and 1993.
B
It was a Bolivian cartel that continues to control the diamond exports from that country.
C
It was a Colombian cartel that controlled the cocaine trade with North America in the 1970s and 1980s.
D
It was a Mexican cartel that smuggled marijuana across the United States border in the 1970s and 1980s.
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Which of the following was not a typical characteristic of Latin American democracy in the 1800s?

A
limited voting rights
B
the lack of political compromise
C
ineffective checks and balances in government
D
peaceful transitions following elections
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Which of the following statements best characterizes Costa Rica's government since 1949?

A
Several military dictatorships have ruled the country since 1949.
B
A democratic republic was established, but a military junta overthrew it after three years.
C
A democratic republic was established, and the country now has strong ties with the US.
D
A military dictatorship took over in 1949 but was replaced by a communist government in 1981.
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Which country colonized Brazil in 1500?

A
England
B
France
C
Portugal
D
Spain
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Cuba's Batista era is best described as a period of __________.

A
widespread economic reforms under a communist system
B
economic problems despite promotion of foreign investment
C
economic collapse amid political instability
D
economic and political stability
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Which European event triggered independence movements in Latin America?

A
Moors deposed the King of Spain.
B
Napoleon invaded Spain and Portugal.
C
King Carlos of Spain invaded Portugal.
D
The British defeated the Spanish Armada.

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