WORLD HISTORY

EMERGENCE OF USA

POLITICAL EFFECTS OF THE REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which sentence expresses an idea from the American and French Revolutions that had an immediate impact on Latin America?
A
“A balance of power must be maintained in Latin America.”
B
“People should be entitled to a government that protects their interests.”
C
“The enslavement of African peoples must be put to an end.”
D
“A powerful central government is necessary to preserve order.”
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Which sentence expresses an idea from the American and French Revolutions that had an immediate impact on Latin America? “A balance of power must be maintained in Latin America.”

Detailed explanation-2: -The Americans’ victory over the British may have been one of the greatest catalysts for the French Revolution. The French people saw that a revolt could be successful-even against a major military power–and that lasting change was possible. Many experts argue that this gave them the motivation to rebel.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Revolution precipitated a series of European wars, forcing the United States to articulate a clear policy of neutrality in order to avoid being embroiled in these European conflicts.

Detailed explanation-4: -Both revolutions were the result of governments denying basic human rights and inducing stressful economic conditions.

Detailed explanation-5: -The French Revolution propounded the principle of democracy in the political field. It gave importance to the doctrine of ‘popular sovereignty’ by ending the monarchy based on divine principles. Declaration of human rights, principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity made humans an important part of history.

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