In which Spanish city did the popular rebellion of May 2, 1808, break out against the French occupation forces commanded by Murat?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Madrid
Analysis: The uprising of May 2, 1808 (Dos de Mayo), erupted in Madrid outside the Royal Palace and at the Monteleón artillery barracks, commemorated in Francisco de Goya's famous paintings. Answer: Madrid. Why not the others: Zaragoza and Gerona underwent prolonged military sieges later in 1808 and 1809; Seville was where the Central Supreme Junta formed.
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