1. Which modern, independent nation was founded through the leadership of a slave?
Answer: Haiti.
The documented history of Haiti started on 5 December 1492 when the European sailor Christopher Columbus passed against a great island in the territory of the western Atlantic Ocean that succeeding became to be recognized as the Caribbean. The preponderance of Haitians, 95%, are of mainly African origin. The prevailing of the community is essentially mulattoes, Europeans, Asians, and Arabs. Hispanic citizens in Haiti are chiefly Cuban and Dominican.
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2. What was the name of the criollo priest who helped begin Mexico's struggle for freedom in 1810?
Answer: Miguel Hidalgo.
On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Catholic priest, originated the Mexican War of Independence including the supplying of his Grito de Dolores, or “Cry of Delores.” The revolutionary region declared for the determination of Spanish control in Mexico, redistribution of property, and ethnic justice.
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3. What was the first South American nation to receive independence?
Answer: Paraguay.
Freedom of Paraguay de facto began on May 14–15 of 1811 following the Revolution of May 14 during a regional ruling junta was formed. On October 12, 1813, the Paraguayan Republic was announced. Authoritatively Independence was declared only on November 25, 1842.
