Question

question 3 of 10
which statement accurately describes a key difference between
simón bolívar and josé de san martín?
a. san martín believed in nonviolent resistance to colonial
rule, while bolívar preferred a violent revolution.
b. bolívar fought to preserve spanish rule over peru,
while san martín fought against the spanish.
c. bolívar declared himself emperor of venezuela,
while san martín tried to make venezuela a democracy.
d. san martín began the liberation of peru, while bolívar
completed the liberation of the country.

Explanation:

• Option A: Both Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín used violent means in the fight against colonial rule. San Martín was a military leader who engaged in battles, so this option is incorrect.
• Option B: Both Bolívar and San Martín fought against Spanish colonial rule. Bolívar was a key figure in the liberation of several South - American countries from Spanish control, so this option is wrong.
• Option C: Bolívar did not declare himself emperor of Venezuela. He was a proponent of republicanism and fought for the independence and unity of South - American nations. San Martín also was not focused on making Venezuela a democracy in the way described. This option is incorrect.
• Option D: San Martín led military campaigns that began the liberation of Peru. Later, Bolívar's forces played a crucial role in completing the liberation of Peru. This accurately describes a key difference between the two leaders.

Answer:

D. San Martin began the liberation of Peru, while Bolivar completed the liberation of the country.