SOCIAL SCIENCE- THE SECOND REPUBLIC AND THE CIVIL WAR

 

1.     1. Name the main characteristics of the Constitution of 1931

The main characteristics were:

- It established freedom of speech and religion

-It gave women the right to vote for the first time

-It declared equality for all Spanish citizens and took away the special status of Spanish nobility

-It limited the powers of the Catholic Church

-It allowed more regional autonomy

 

2. Explain how the Second Republic was proclaimed.

In April 1931, Alfonso XIII agreed to hold municipal elections. The parties that favoured a Republic won. The second republic was proclaimed in in 1931 and it lasted until 1936. The monarchy was abolished and Alfonso XIII went into exile.

 

3. Explain the Spanish Civil War

a) When did it start?

It started in July 1936

b) How did it start?

The number of protests against the government increased. There was a military coup attempt by Generals Mola, Sanjurjo and Franco. It failed but it was the beginning of the Civil War. They split Spain in two sides: the Republicans and the rebels who were led by Franco.

 

c) How long did it last?

It lasted three years, from July 1936 to April 1939

d) How did it develop?

The rebels first took control of Spain`s African colonies and the Republicans held the main cities in the centre, east and north of the country. Franco’s troops continued to advance and control more territory. Franco finally took Madrid in 1936 and the rebels won the war.

 

e) When did it end?

It ended in April 1939