The Yucatan Peninsula and Its Complex History

Which civilization originally inhabited the Yucatan Peninsula?

• Olmec

• Maya

• Inca

• Aztec

What was the main reason for Yucatan's declaration of independence in 1841?

• Pressure from the United States

• Influence from European powers

• Dissatisfaction with Mexican oversight

• Desire for economic growth

During the Mexican-American War, what was the stance of the Campeche faction?

• Pro-independence

• Neutrality

• Alliance with the United States

• Pro-unification with Mexico

What event triggered the Caste War in 1847?

• Execution of Manuel Antonio Ay

• British intervention

• U.S. naval blockade

• Mexican-American War

What did the Yucatecan government offer in exchange for foreign aid during the Caste War?

• Cultural exchange programs

• Military alliance

• Economic trade benefits

• Domination and sovereignty over the peninsula

What was the primary concern of the U.S. regarding European powers during the Yucatan crisis?

• Military invasion

• Economic competition

• European expansion in the Americas

• Cultural influence

What was the main argument of the Whigs against the Yucatan Bill?

• It would lead to economic instability

• It was unnecessary to involve in a distant war

• It violated the Monroe Doctrine

• It would strengthen European powers

What was the outcome of the Yucatan Bill in the U.S. Congress?

• It resulted in Yucatan's annexation

• It led to U.S. military intervention

• It was rejected after a peace treaty was signed

• It was passed with amendments

What happened to the Yucatan after the peace treaty with the Maya?

• It became a U.S. territory

• It remained independent

• It rejoined Mexico

• It was divided among European powers

How long did the Caste War continue after Yucatan rejoined Mexico?

• Until 1920

• Until 1901

• Until 1865

• Until 1850