The document discusses Colombia gaining independence from another country in 1810 and invites the reader to consider what their life would be like if Colombia was still dominated by another nation. It prompts the reader to reflect on the meaning of independence and their feelings about Colombia's independence based on an illustration, then asks them to describe in their own words what happened on July 20, 1810 when Colombia gained its independence.

1. You could think that the process of independence of Colombia has no relation to your life, since it was almost two centuries ago.
However, we invite you to think about what your life would be like if Colombia were still under the domination of another
country.
Write your point of view, based on the following questions:
What does the word independence mean?
What feelings does the illustration convey you?
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2. Tell with your own words what did happen on July 20th of 1810.
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