Independence for South America Quiz

Answer 1

1. When did most South American countries gain independence from Spanish rule?

A. early 1800s
B. late 1700s
C. mid-1800s
D. mid-1700s

Answer: A. early 1800s

2. Who was the leader of the independence movement in Venezuela?

A. Simon Bolivar
B. Jose de San Martin
C. Miguel Hidalgo
D. Simón Rodríguez

Answer: A. Simon Bolivar

3. Which South American country was the last to gain independence in 1825?

A. Brazil
B. Argentina
C. Venezuela
D. Bolivia

Answer: D. Bolivia

4. Which country's independence was led by José de San Martín?

A. Argentina
B. Colombia
C. Chile
D. Peru

Answer: C. Chile

5. Which European country controlled most of South America during the colonial period?

A. England
B. France
C. Spain
D. Portugal

Answer: C. Spain