7. What was Simón Bolívar's opinion of Spanish rule in Venezuela? (20
points)
Bolívar believed Venezuela should allow Spain to manage the country's natural resources .
Bolívar thought it was unfair for Venezula to be ruled by a foreign country.
Bolívar supported Spanish colonization for reasons of security and economic stability.
He organized paramilitary groups to protect the interests of wealthy Spanish landowners.
8. Which of the following is a reason Venezuelans wanted their independence from Gran
Colombia?
(1 point)
They thought the gap between the rich and the poor would decrease if Venezuela gained independence.
They did not think the same laws created for the other countries would work in Venezuela.
They did not get along with the other countries who were a part of Gran Colombia.
They thought the government would become too powerful
