4. What was the cause of the Chimayo Rebellion?

Question

Responses

a. Political corruption and public greed
a. Political corruption and public greed - no response given

b. There was no rebellion in 1837
b. There was no rebellion in 1837 - no response given

c. An attack from Mexico over new trade laws
c. An attack from Mexico over new trade laws - incorrect

d. An unpopular governor implementing new tax policies

Answer 1

d. An unpopular governor implementing new tax policies - This is correct. The Chimayo Rebellion, also known as the Taos Rebellion, was caused by the imposition of new tax policies by Governor Albino Pérez during the Mexican period of New Mexico's history in 1837. This resulted in a large-scale revolt by local citizens who were unhappy with the changes.