The Beginning of the 20th Century
Who became king of Spain after the death of his father in the beginning of the 20th century?
Alfonso XIII
What was the date of when the Spanish Civil War began?
The Spanish Civil War began on the 18th of July 1936.
From what year did Francisco Franco govern over Spain and until what year? How many years did he govern over Spain and why did he stop being the leader of Spain?
Francisco Franco governed over Spain from 1939 until 1975. He governed over Spain for 36 years and he stopped being the leader of Spain because he died.
Who was proclaimed the King of Spain after the death of Francisco Franco? When did Francisco Franco die?
Juan Carlos the 1st was proclaimed the king of Spain after the death of Francisco Franco. Francisco Franco died on the 20th of November 1975.
Who was elected president in 1979?
Adolfo Suárez was elected president in 1979.
What did the constitution of 1931 do for the country of Spain ? (What types of changes were caused by the constitution of 1931?)
The constitution of 1931 established a democracy in Spain. It increased rights and freedoms. For example, women were given the right to vote. It separated church and state and it allowed for the creation of autonomous regions.
What was the general name of the group of people that were loyal to the republic and what was the name of the group of people that were against the republic?
The general name of the group of people that were loyal to the republic was the Republicans and the general name of the group of people that were against the republic was the Rebels.
What type of government did Spain change into under the rule of Francisco Franco?
Spain changed into a dictatorship under the rule of Fransisco Franco.
Who was appointed the President in 1976? What was the period of reforms known as ?
Adolfo Suárez was appointed president in 1976 and the period of reforms was known as the Transition.
In what year did Spain join the European Economic Community (European Union)?
In the year 1986, Spain joined the European Economic Community (European Union).
Who was the General that led a coup d'etat in 1923? And was he successful?
On what date did the Spanish Civil War end? How many years did the Spanish Civil War last?
The Spanish Civil War ended on the 1st of April 1939 and the Spanish Civil War lasted three years.
What were the four big changes to Spain after Spain became a dictatorship? And what were the two ways that Francisco Franco controlled society?
The constitution was abolished. Franco gained all the powers and he could make and pass laws. Other political parties and labour unions were banned or not allowed. And País Vasco and Cataluña were revoked. Francisco Franco used terror and repression and censorship to control society.
When was the first democratic elections since 1936 held? When was the Constitution of the new democracy approved?
The first democratic elections since 1936 were held in 1977. The Constitution of the new democracy was approved on the 6th of December 1978.
Who are the five presidents mentioned on the timeline in the textbook?
The five presidents mentioned on the timeline in the textbook are Felipe González, José Maria Aznar, José Luis, Mariano Rajoy and Pedro Sánchez.
What was the reasons for the social conflicts during the 20th century?
There were many strikes. The working class protested against poverty and the harsh working conditions they suffered and they demanded better conditions.
What were the four main consequences of the Spanish Civil War?
The four main consequences of the Spanish Civil War were more than half a million deaths (500,000), shortage of food, houses or roads or buildings were destroyed and many republican supporters had to go into exile or leave Spain.
What were the main setbacks for women during the dictatorship of Francisco Franco?
What were the three principles of the Constitution of 1978?
The three principles of the Constitution of 1978 were that Spain is a democratic state and the form of government is a parliamentary monarchy, Fundamental rights and freedoms were guaranteed and the Spanish territory is organized into autonomous communities and cities.
Since 1982, what are the two governments or political parties that have alternated in power?
Since 1982, the two governments or political parties that have alternated in power are the Partido Socialist Obrero Español (PSOE) and the Partido Popular (PP).
What were the three different reforms established during the Second Spanish Republic?
The living conditions of the lower class improved. Women's rights were advanced. They were able to attend universities and get jobs. Education advanced. For example, many schools were built.
What were two examples of countries that Republican supporters went to after the war and what type of camps did they stay in?
Two examples of countries that Republican supporters went to after the war were South America and France and they stayed in refugee camps.
Did Francisco Franco use aid from other countries after the Spanish Civil War? How did the economy improve?
Francisco Franco did not use aid from other countries after the Spanish Civil War. The economy improved because new industries developed, roads, railway lines and reservoirs were built, tourism became popular, and the standard of living of families improved.
What were the names of two violent groups that were against the Transition?
The names of the two violent groups that were against the Transition were the Right-wing extremist groups and the ETA.
The three political parties that have emerged since 2015 are Ciudadanos, Podemos and Vox.