Reading Questions for Section 9/19/08

Hey everyone,

Here are my questions from the three readings on Monday ("Harvest of Empire", Treaty of Guadalupe, and "We Called Them Greasers"). I tried to highlight the main points of each reading; they should serve as a good framework when you study for your first quiz as well.

"Harvest of Empire"

1. What Latin American revolutionaries were inspired by the United States War of Independence and it’s political players? Why might this be?

2. How did U.S. Politicians then act towards Latin American countries?

3. Why was the U.S. reluctant to let Latin Americans succeed?

4. Which country became the biggest aid to Latin American countries? Why?

5. What was Spain’s strategy in hoping to keep control of Spanish colonies?

6. What were filibusters? Name some specific examples.

7. What was the Monroe Doctrine? What were it’s implications?

8. What was phrenology? How did this idea relate to equality, civil rights, and slavery?

9. How did Anglo Cowboys originate?

10. Who was William Walker? What was his significance?

11. Why do you think U.S. businesses wanted to exert their influence on Nicaragua and Panama?

12. Describe business interests in Latin American countries during the 19^th century. What were prominent companies and countries involved in the production and exportation of fruit?

Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

13. What was the significance of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

14. Why was it important that the U.S. eliminated Article X? Did this deletion change anything?

15. Do you think this treaty is equitable and just for Mexican citizens? Why or Why not?

“We Called Them Greasers”

16. What language / phrases in the poem exemplify the idea of Anglo superiority?

17. Why does Gloria Anzalduia use animal imagery throughout her poem?

18. Do you think this poem is a truthful representation of violence and intimidation during this time? Why or why not?

19. Does this poem evoke any kind of emotion from you? How so?