Revolutions and Their Leaders

The video explores the outcomes of the French Revolution, focusing on its impact outside France, particularly in Haiti and South America. It discusses the Haitian Revolution, led by Toussaint Louverture, as the first successful slave revolt, and the South American Revolution, led by Simón Bolívar, which resulted in independence from Spanish rule. The video highlights the influence of Enlightenment ideas and the role of social class structures in these revolutions.

What was one of the main outcomes of the French Revolution within France?

• Colonization of Africa

• End of Enlightenment ideas

• Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte

• Establishment of a monarchy

Which Enlightenment idea significantly influenced the Haitian Revolution?

• Mercantilism

• Divine right of kings

• Life, liberty, and property

• Feudalism

Who emerged as the leader of the Haitian Revolution?

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• George Washington

• Simón Bolívar

• Toussaint Louverture

What was unique about the Haitian Revolution?

• It was the first successful slave revolt

• It was led by a European monarch

• It resulted in a new monarchy

• It was the last revolution of the 18th century

What was a key factor in the South American Revolution?

• Alliance with the Ottoman Empire

• Discovery of new trade routes

• Influence of Enlightenment ideas

• Support from the British monarchy

Which social class led the South American Revolution?

• Native Americans

• Creoles

• Peninsulares

• African slaves

Who was the prominent leader of the South American Revolution?

• George Washington

• Toussaint Louverture

• Simón Bolívar

• Napoleon Bonaparte

What was Simón Bolívar's vision for South America?

• A series of independent monarchies

• A unified nation similar to the United States

• A monarchy under Spanish rule

• A federation under British control

What challenge did Bolívar face in uniting South America?

• Support from European monarchies

• Opposition from the United States

• Geographical and cultural differences

• Lack of resources

What is a lasting impact of the social class system in South America?

• Unification of all South American countries

• Elimination of social classes

• Continued racial discrimination

• Complete racial equality