- 1. Cuban history is a rich tapestry woven with diverse influences, shaped by centuries of colonization, slavery, revolution, and resilience. The island's story begins long before the arrival of European explorers, with indigenous peoples such as the Taíno and Ciboney inhabiting the land. The subsequent conquest by the Spanish in the 16th century marked the beginning of a tumultuous period marked by exploitation, oppression, and resistance. The transatlantic slave trade brought people from Africa to work on sugar plantations, leaving a lasting impact on Cuban society and culture. Cuba's quest for independence culminated in the armed struggle against Spanish colonial rule led by figures like Jose Marti and Antonio Maceo. The Spanish-American War in 1898 resulted in Cuba gaining nominal independence, only to become a de facto US protectorate. The 20th century saw the rise of revolutionary leaders like Fidel Castro and Che Guevara, who led a successful revolution in 1959 that fundamentally transformed Cuban society and politics. Despite facing economic hardships and political isolation, Cuba stands as a symbol of resistance and perseverance, with a complex history that continues to shape its identity and place in the world.
Which year did Cuba gain independence from Spain?
A) 1898
B) 1917
C) 1902
D) 1959
- 2. Who led the Cuban revolution and became the country's leader in 1959?
A) Batista
B) Camilo Cienfuegos
C) Fidel Castro
D) Che Guevara
- 3. During the Cold War, which country was Cuba closely allied with?
A) Soviet Union
B) United States
C) China
D) United Kingdom
- 4. Which U.S. President announced the embargo on trade with Cuba in 1960?
A) Ronald Reagan
B) John F. Kennedy
C) Dwight D. Eisenhower
D) Richard Nixon
- 5. What is the name of the Cuban Communist Party founded by Fidel Castro?
A) Socialist Labor Party
B) Communist Party of Cuba
C) Cuban Workers' Party
D) Revolutionary Socialist Party
- 6. What was the name of the Cuban leader who was overthrown by Fidel Castro's revolution?
A) Jose Marti
B) Mario Garcia Menocal
C) Carlos Manuel de Cespedes
D) Fulgencio Batista
- 7. In what year did the Cuban Revolution take place?
A) 1959
B) 1975
C) 1989
D) 1962
- 8. What is the capital city of Cuba?
A) Varadero
B) Santiago de Cuba
C) Havana
D) Camaguey
- 9. Which revolutionary figure worked closely with Fidel Castro in the Cuban Revolution?
A) Batista
B) Raul Castro
C) Che Guevara
D) Camilo Cienfuegos
- 10. What organization did Fidel Castro purge during the Cuban Revolution?
A) United Nations
B) NATO
C) Cuban Missile Crisis Council
D) 26th of July Movement
- 11. Who was the U.S. President during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
A) John F. Kennedy
B) Lyndon B. Johnson
C) Dwight D. Eisenhower
D) Richard Nixon
- 12. What is the name of the U.S. military base in Cuba that has been a source of tension between the two countries?
A) Fort Sumter
B) Guantanamo Bay Naval Base
C) Pearl Harbor
D) Diego Garcia
- 13. During the Cuban Missile Crisis, which country publicly supported the U.S. position?
A) Mexico
B) Canada
C) China
D) France
- 14. Which U.S. President had a summit meeting with Fidel Castro in 2016, marking a rapprochement between the two countries?
A) George W. Bush
B) Donald Trump
C) Barack Obama
D) Bill Clinton
- 15. What term is used to describe the period of increased tension between the U.S. and Cuba in the 1960s?
A) Bay of Pigs invasion
B) Cuban Missile Crisis
C) Monrovia Doctrine
D) Havana Syndrome
- 16. Which U.S. President declared the Monroe Doctrine, asserting U.S. influence in the Americas?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) James Monroe
C) Andrew Jackson
D) Abraham Lincoln
- 17. In what year did the U.S. resume diplomatic relations with Cuba?
A) 1999
B) 2015
C) 2005
D) 1980
- 18. Who was the first president of Cuba after the 1959 Revolution?
A) Fidel Castro
B) Osvaldo Dorticós
C) Che Guevara
D) Raúl Castro
- 19. Which industry dominated the Cuban economy before the Revolution?
A) Tobacco
B) Agriculture
C) Sugar
D) Tourism
- 20. Who was the leader of the early 20th-century Cuban independence movement?
A) Batista
B) Fidel Castro
C) Che Guevara
D) José Martí
- 21. Which alliance did Cuba join in response to US presence in the region, leading to the Cuban Missile Crisis?
A) Warsaw Pact
B) SEATO
C) NATO
D) OAS
- 22. What is the official language of Cuba?
A) Spanish
B) Portuguese
C) English
D) French
- 23. What term is used to describe the period of economic liberalization in Cuba in the 1990s?
A) Yellow Revolution
B) Red Revolution
C) Green Revolution
D) Special Period
- 24. Which US city has a large Cuban American population due to immigration after the Revolution?
A) Chicago
B) New York
C) Los Angeles
D) Miami
- 25. What industry has been a focus of economic development in Cuba in recent years?
A) Sugar
B) Tobacco
C) Mining
D) Tourism
- 26. When did Christopher Columbus arrive in Cuba?
A) 1492
B) 1776
C) 1700
D) 1588
- 27. Which country ruled over Cuba prior to the Spanish-American War?
A) France
B) Portugal
C) Spain
D) United States
- 28. Which US policy imposed trade and travel restrictions on Cuba in 1960?
A) Monroe Doctrine
B) Embargo
C) Good Neighbor Policy
D) Alliance for Progress
- 29. Which Cuban missile crisis year did the United States discover Soviet missiles in Cuba?
A) 1959
B) 1962
C) 1970
D) 1980
- 30. Which official ideology was declared by Fidel Castro's government in Cuba after the revolution?
A) Anarchism
B) Capitalism
C) Social Democracy
D) Marxism-Leninism
- 31. Which famous Cuban-American singer was known as the 'Queen of Salsa'?
A) Desi Arnaz
B) Marc Anthony
C) Celia Cruz
D) Gloria Estefan
- 32. What is the name of the Cuban armed forces?
A) Guardia Nacional Revolucionaria
B) National Army of Cuba
C) Fuerza Aerea Revolucionaria
D) Revolutionary Armed Forces
- 33. What is the name of the Cuban coffee that's sweetened and often served in small cups?
A) Colada
B) Cuban Espresso
C) Cafecito
D) Cortadito
- 34. What is the name of the Cuban national dish made with shredded beef?
A) Cuban Sandwich
B) Lechón Asado
C) Ropa Vieja
D) Arroz con Pollo
- 35. Which Cuban cigar brand is considered one of the most prestigious and expensive in the world?
A) Romeo y Julieta
B) Cohiba
C) Montecristo
D) Partagás
- 36. Which Cuban sport, similar to volleyball, is played with a smaller, softer ball?
A) Baloncesto
B) Béisbol
C) Pelota
D) Fútbol
- 37. What was the name of the famous ocean liner that sank off the coast of Cuba in 1912?
A) Queen Mary
B) Titanic
C) Lusitania
D) Andrea Doria
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