Spanish Civil War and Its Causes

The Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) was a conflict between the Republicans and the Nationalists, led by General Franco. It arose from political and social tensions in Spain, following the end of the Primo de Rivera dictatorship and the establishment of the Second Republic. The war saw significant international involvement, with support for Franco from Germany and Italy, and for the Republicans from the Soviet Union and international brigades. Major battles included the bombing of Guernica and the Battle of the Ebro. The war ended with Franco's victory, leading to a dictatorship, significant loss of life, and long-term economic and social consequences.

What was the primary cause of the internal turmoil in Spain leading up to the Civil War?

• International conflicts

• Economic prosperity

• Political stability

• Economic, political, and social tensions

Who was the dictator of Spain from 1923 to 1930?

• General Franco

• General Primo de Rivera

• General Belanger

• King Alfonso XIII

What significant event occurred on April 14, 1931?

• The start of the Spanish Civil War

• The end of General Franco's rule

• The proclamation of the Second Republic

• The failed coup d'état of 1932

Which group led an uprising in Asturias in October 1934?

• The military

• The miners

• The phalangists

• The republicans

Who was the leader of the Popular Front government formed in February 1936?

• Jose Maria Gil Robles

• Juan Negrin

• Francisco Largo Caballero

• Manuel Azaña

Which countries provided significant military support to General Franco's army?

• France and the United Kingdom

• The United States and Canada

• Germany and Italy

• The Soviet Union and Mexico

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Ebro?

• The definitive defeat of the republicans

• A decisive victory for the republicans

• The start of the Second World War

• A stalemate

When did General Franco officially declare the end of the Spanish Civil War?

• March 28, 1939

• September 1939

• April 1, 1939

• November 1938

How many people were exiled as a result of the Spanish Civil War?

• 450,000

• 500,000

• 200,000

• 1,000,000

When did Spain join the United Nations?

• 1978

• 1955

• 1945

• 1939