The Timeline Of Colombia Quiz
If you fancy yourself a history fanatic and are up to answering questions about the timeline of Colombia try out this quiz. It is a simple set of questions; therefore, it will be easy to answer.
- 1.
What provoked the start of the Thousand Days War?
- 2.
What was the other name for the peace talks and how much aid did they earn from the US?
- 3.
Why did the Venezuelan President ask his troops to get ready for war with Colombia?
- 4.
In what year was Colombia discovered by the Spanish?
- A.
1619
- B.
1525
- C.
2001
- D.
1497
Correct Answer
B. 1525 -
- 5.
What are the two major political parties in Colombia at present?
- A.
Labor
- B.
Liberal
- C.
Conservative
- D.
Democracy
- E.
Republican
Correct Answer(s)
B. Liberal
C. ConservativeExplanation
The two major political parties in Colombia at present are the Liberal and Conservative parties. These parties have a long history in Colombian politics and have been influential in shaping the country's political landscape. The Liberal Party is known for its support of individual rights and social reforms, while the Conservative Party is known for its conservative values and emphasis on traditional institutions. These two parties have competed for power in Colombia for many years, and their rivalry has often been a central feature of the country's politics.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In what year did the FARC guerrilla group set up?
- A.
1525
- B.
1981
- C.
1966
- D.
2050
Correct Answer
C. 1966Explanation
The FARC guerrilla group set up in 1966.Rate this question:
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- 7.
_________________ commenced the peace talks with FARC in 2008.
Correct Answer
President PastranaExplanation
President Pastrana is the correct answer because he is the one who started the peace talks with FARC in 2008.Rate this question:
- 8.
Why didn’t FARC release hostages when the President told them to in 2007?
- A.
Because FARC was saving them for a later time for blackmailing purposes
- B.
Because it wanted the Colombian government to once again set up a safe haven and force its troops to fall back.
- C.
FARC was suspicious about the government
- D.
FARC is evil
Correct Answer
B. Because it wanted the Colombian government to once again set up a safe haven and force its troops to fall back.Explanation
The correct answer is because FARC wanted the Colombian government to once again set up a safe haven and force its troops to fall back. This suggests that FARC had a strategic motive behind not releasing the hostages, as they wanted to use them as leverage to negotiate for their demands, such as creating a safe zone for their operations. By keeping the hostages, FARC aimed to pressure the government into making concessions that would benefit their cause.Rate this question:
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- 9.
___________ was the leader of FARC.
Correct Answer
Manuel MarulandaExplanation
Manuel Marulanda was the leader of FARC.Rate this question:
- 10.
In what year did Colombia ‘restore peace’ with Venezuela?
- A.
2001
- B.
1997
- C.
2010
- D.
352 BC
Correct Answer
C. 2010Explanation
In 2010, Colombia restored peace with Venezuela. This implies that there was a previous conflict or tension between the two countries, which was resolved in 2010.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Why did FARC release their hostages in 2010-2012?
- A.
Because FARC acknowledged that they had lost the war.
- B.
Because it wanted to show a ‘gesture of peace’ towards the government and it wanted to promote peace talks again.
- C.
Because FARC didn't want the hostages.
- D.
Because FARC turned good.
Correct Answer
B. Because it wanted to show a ‘gesture of peace’ towards the government and it wanted to promote peace talks again.Explanation
FARC released their hostages in 2010-2012 as a gesture of peace towards the government and to promote peace talks. This action was taken to demonstrate their willingness to engage in dialogue and find a peaceful resolution to the conflict. It was a strategic move by FARC to show their commitment to peace and to create a favorable environment for negotiations.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Why did President Pastrana declare war on FARC?
- A.
Because FARC refused to release a hostage
- B.
FARC hijacked one of Pastrana’s military’s planes. Pastrana saw this as the last straw and commenced war with FARC.
- C.
FARC killed a minister
- D.
FARC massacred more than 250,000 people
Correct Answer
B. FARC hijacked one of Pastrana’s military’s planes. Pastrana saw this as the last straw and commenced war with FARC.Explanation
President Pastrana declared war on FARC because FARC hijacked one of his military's planes. This act was seen as the final straw and prompted Pastrana to initiate war with FARC.Rate this question:
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