Exploring Brazil's Rich History

What is the capital city of Brazil?

• Rio de Janeiro

• Brasília

• São Paulo

• Salvador

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Who was the first emperor of Brazil?

• Dom Pedro II

• Dom Pedro I

• Getúlio Vargas

• Juscelino Kubitschek

Which country colonized Brazil?

• Spain

• Portugal

• France

• England

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What is the main language spoken in Brazil?

• Spanish

• Portuguese

• English

• French

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In which year did Brazil become independent from Portugal?

• 1500

• 1822

• 1889

• 1960

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Why do you think the capital of Brazil was moved from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília in 1960? Choose the best reason.

• To make the country more beautiful

• To help develop the center of the country

• Because Rio was too small

• To be closer to the ocean

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Imagine you are living in Brazil in 1822. How might you feel about Brazil becoming independent from Portugal?

• Happy to have a new country

• Sad because nothing changes

• Confused about the future

• Angry at the king

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If you wanted to learn more about the history of Brazil, which place would be best to visit?

• A shopping mall

• A history museum

• A football stadium

• A beach

Why is the Amazon Rainforest important to Brazil’s history?

• It is a famous beach

• It is home to many animals and people

• It is a big city

• It is a mountain

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If you could meet one famous person from Brazil’s history, who would you choose and why? (Choose the best answer.)

• Dom Pedro I, because he helped Brazil become independent

• A football player, because they play sports

• A chef, because they cook food

• An astronaut, because they go to space

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