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Explain the reasons for the Pueblo Revolt of 1680. Why did the Pueblo revolt against the Spanish?

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The Pueblo people, Native Americans living in what is now New Mexico, rose up against Spanish conquistadores in the wake of religious persecution, violence, and drought. The uprising aimed to reclaim Pueblo religious practices, culture, and land, which had been stripped away by Spanish conquistadores.

Step-by-step explanation:

1.How did the Spanish colonists react to the Pueblo Revolt in New Mexico?

The Spanish stopped demanding labor and goods from the Pueblos for tribute.

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2.Why is the Pueblo Revolt so important?

The Pueblo Revolt was the largest and most successful Native American uprising in North American history. It pointed to problems inherent in the Spanish style of colonization, as well as to the power that Native Americans could wield through collective resistance.

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3What were the causes and effects of the Pueblo Revolt?

Forced Labor

: Spanish soldiers and priests imposed a harsh forced-labor system called encomienda, which resembled slavery. Religion: Spanish soldiers and priests were intent on converting the Pueblo Indians to Christianity and prevented the Pueblo Indians from communing with their gods.

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