What is unique about Mexico’s geography and population?

Describe how colonial rule impacted the development of Mexico.

Describe characteristics and consequences of the rule of Porifiro Diaz.

Explain the significance of the Revolution of 1910.

Describe the major ideas of the Constitution of 1917. How do they address problems in Mexico at the time it was written?

Why was the PRI formed? What purpose did it serve? How was it able to dominate for 70 years?

Define Clientelism (patron/client). What role did it play in the domination of the PRI?

Define Corporatism. What role did it play in the domination of the PRI?

Explain the significance of oil in Mexico’s economic development.

Define Import Substitution Industrialization. Describe policies followed by Mexico that reflect ISI.

Define neoliberalism. Describe neoliberal policies implemented by Mexico. Why were they implemented and what were the effects of these policies?

What was the significance of the 2000 Presidential Election?