Key people
The dictator of Cuba before the revolution
Fulgencio Batista
Fidel Castro's first action that involved attacking military bases that did not succeed.
The July 26th Movement
What was Cuba's main export that their economy heavily relied on because of the U.S companies.
Sugar
What is the government system called today in Cuba
(One-party) Socialist state
The revolutionary who overthrew the US backed government.
Fidel Castro
Cuba cut off all ties with the U.S on this day
Jan 3, 1961
What was Fulgencio Batistas motive for corruption?
Gaining financial benefits
What is a fundamental right to us that is banned in present day Cuba
Freedom of speech
What were the forces sent in by Castro called?
Guerilla forces
The CIA funded invasion of Cuba
Bay of Pigs Invasion
Cubas governement system during Batistas rule
Military dictatorship/Authoritarianism
What is the name of the political party that has been in control since 1965? (has to get 100% correct for points)
The Communist Party of Cuba
President of the US at the time of the Cuban revolution (1953)
Dwight D. Eisenhower
The day that Fulgencio Batista flees Cuba
Jan 1, 1959
When did Fulgencio Batista serve his first term
1940-1944
Which recent US president improved relations with Cuba (restored diplomatic ties, travel restrictions...)
Barack Obama