Cuban Revolution and the Zapatistas – Flashcards
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When Castro came to power, what was the impact on Cuba's government?
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it became a communist goverment and all properties are now owned by the governemnt
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When Castro came to power, what was the impact on Cuba's Economy?
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The economy remained the same
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When Castro came to power, what was the impact on the rights of the Cuban citizens?
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they lost almost all their rights and personal freedoms
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Who was in power when Castro rebelled
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Batista
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How did people react when Castro rebelled?
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welcoming
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Who was Raul Castro?
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the brother of Fidel Castro who is present-day president
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How did Fidel Castro come to power?
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by rebelling over the goverment and taking it over
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What was the Zapatistas Movement names after?
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Emiliano Zapata
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What is the Zapatistas Guerrilla Movement?
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a modern day revolutionary group who support improved rights and living conditions for Mexico's indigenous people
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Where are the Zapatistas located?
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Mexican State Chiampas
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Who's in the Zapatistas Movements?
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mostly peasants, some upper-class, and foreigners
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What are the Zapatistas known for in the 20th century?
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harassment and sabotage against the governemnt
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What do the the Zapatistas favor?
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removing the current government and putting more power to the people
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What were the Zapatistas against?
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NAFTA
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Why were the Zapatistas afraid of NAFTA?
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it would allow cheap American farm goods into Mexico and the Mexicans farmers would not be able to compete
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What did the Zapatistas do to show they were angry?
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declaring war and taking control on southern Mexican towns
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Who do the Zapatistas want to help and what do they want to improve?
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indigenous people for better health, housing, education, and jobs
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What type of goverment does Cuba have?
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dictatorship
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What is the full name of Cuba?
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Republic of Cuba
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What was the Bay of Pigs?
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the failed attempt by the US to invade Cuba and overthrow their government
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What was the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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A confrontation between the U.S. and the Soviet Union involving the placement of Soviet nuclear missiles in Cuba, only 90 miles from the U.S
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What happened as a result of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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The US placed an embargo on Cuba
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Why did Castro rebel?
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Batista was basically a dictator and the citizens had little rights, poor healthcare and education. There was a very large division between the wealthy and poor. Most citizens were poor.
