Question

by the 1800s, revolutions started throughout latin america. choose (1) revolution and describe the following: what caused it? who was its major leader? what its main goal? how did it end? your choices: 1. rio de la plata 2. new granada 3. mexico 4. brazil

Explanation:

The text describes the Brazilian revolution. The causes include Napoleon's invasion of Portugal forcing the royal family to Brazil, economic reforms that favored the privileged class, and the spread of Enlightenment ideas. The major leader was Dom Pedro. The main goal was Brazil's independence. It ended with Dom Pedro declaring independence in 1822, accepting a constitution in 1824, and Portugal recognizing Brazil's independence in 1825.

Answer:

Causes: Napoleon's invasion of Portugal (forcing the royal family to Brazil), economic reforms favoring the privileged class, spread of Enlightenment ideas.
Leader: Dom Pedro.
Main Goal(s): Brazil's independence.
How it ended: Dom Pedro declared independence in 1822, accepted a constitution in 1824, Portugal recognized independence in 1825.