Who were the Criollos?
Q: Who were the Criollos?
A: The Criollos were a social class in the caste system of the overseas colonies established by Spain in the 16th century, especially in Latin America.
Q: What was the background of the Criollos?
A: The Criollos had pure or mostly Spanish blood, and were born in the colony.
Q: How were the Criollos seen in relation to other castes?
A: The Criollos were higher status/rank than all other castes, including people of mixed descent, Amerindians, and enslaved Africans.
Q: Who were the Peninsulares?
A: Peninsulares were the people who lived in the colony, but were born in Spain.
Q: What was the difference between Criollos and Peninsulares in terms of social status?
A: Criollos were lower in social status than Peninsulares.
Q: How are the terms "Criollo" and "Creole" related?
A: The term Criollo is often translated into English as Creole.
Q: Why might the term "Creole" be used for many ethnic groups around the world?
A: Although the term "Creole" is often used to refer to the Criollos, it is also used for many ethnic groups around the world who have no historic connection to Spain or to any colonial system.
