Ecuador's Historical Leaders and Events

Who liberalized trade by reducing duties on exports?

• Governments or economic reformers who advocate for free trade policies.

• Economic reformers who restrict trade agreements.

• Governments that impose high tariffs on imports.

• Organizations that promote protectionist policies.

What was the length of the road built by Gabriel Garcia Moreno?

• 1500 kilometers

• 1000 kilometers

• 800 kilometers

• 1200 kilometers

What agreement did Garcia Moreno establish with the Catholic Church?

• A concordat recognizing the Church's authority and influence in Ecuador.

• A pact to promote Protestantism over Catholicism in Ecuador.

• An agreement to separate church and state in Ecuador.

• A treaty limiting the Church's power in Ecuador.

Who was appointed president after the crisis of 1859?

• James Buchanan

• Abraham Lincoln

• John C. Breckinridge

• Stephen A. Douglas

What did Vicente Rocafuerte's government build?

• Roads, bridges, and public buildings

• Luxury hotels and resorts

• Military bases and fortifications

• Airports and seaports

Which educational institution did Vicente Rocafuerte found for women?

• Escuela de Varones

• Escuela de Niñas

• Instituto de Educación Superior

• Colegio de Artes

Did Juan José Flores abolish slavery in Ecuador?

• No, Juan José Flores did not abolish slavery in Ecuador.

• Slavery was abolished in Ecuador before his presidency.

• Yes, he abolished slavery in 1851.

• He partially abolished slavery in Ecuador.

Who led the Revolución marcista of 1845?

• José María Morelos

• Pancho Villa

• Juan Bautista Ceballos

• Emiliano Zapata

Did the abolition of slavery in Ecuador provide compensation for slave owners?

• No, compensation was only provided to the slaves themselves.

• Yes, but only for a select group of slave owners.

• Yes, the abolition of slavery in Ecuador provided compensation for slave owners.

• No, the abolition of slavery in Ecuador did not provide any compensation.

What was one of the major contributions of General Urbina's government?

• Implementation of educational reforms to improve access to education.

• Promotion of foreign investments without any regulations.

• Increased military spending to enhance defense capabilities.

• Dismantling of public health programs to reduce government expenditure.