Ms Sue - I just took an exam and on the question The Spanish Monarch Charles III established Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador under the viceroyalty of
1. Peru
2.New Granada
3. Bogota
4. Rio de Plata
I chose Peru, because of what I read on page 722 of our World Societies book, how can I be wrong? I see where it came to be New Granada, but my reading leads to believe it was Peru when this occurred! I don't understand how I am wrong, can you please tell me??
According to this site, the viceroyalty was New Granada.
http://www.country-data.com/cgi-bin/query/r-2988.html
Based on the information you provided, it seems that you are confused about why your answer of Peru was considered incorrect for the question regarding the establishment of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador under the viceroyalty. Let me explain why the correct answer is option 2, New Granada.
When answering historical questions, it is important to cross-reference different sources and consider the context and timeframe. While reading your World Societies book, you may have come across information about Peru's historical significance during the Spanish colonization of South America. However, it was not Peru where Charles III established the viceroyalty that included Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.
During the colonial period, the Spanish Empire organized its territories in South America into several viceroyalties, which were administrative regions ruled by viceroys appointed by the Spanish Crown. New Granada was the name given to the viceroyalty that encompassed the regions now known as Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador. This viceroyalty was established in 1717 by the Spanish monarch Charles III.
To avoid such confusion in the future, it would be beneficial to consult multiple sources for your studies to ensure you have a comprehensive understanding of the information. Additionally, considering the specific scope of the question can also help you select the correct answer. In this case, understanding the political and territorial divisions during the colonial period in South America is crucial for answering correctly.