Age of Contact

Front

What is La Salle best remembered for discovering and claiming for France?

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Louisiana

Front

When La Salle landed in Texas he was actually looking for?

Back

The Mississippi River

Front

What was the long-term impact of France 's brief colony at Fort Saint Louis?

Back

It caused the Spanish to increase their settlement of Texas.

Front

When did Alverez de Pineda map the Texas Coast?

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1519

Front

Which explorer encouraged European exploration with his journal writings about stories of lands rich with minerals?

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Cabeza de Vaca

Front

Which Conquistador conquered the Aztecs? Options: Cabeza de Vaca, Cortes, De Soto, Pineda

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Cortes

Front

Which Country challenged Spain and its claim to Texas?

Back

France

Front

In what year was San Antonio founded?

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1718

Front

This group of people were responsible for protecting the missions and the nearby settlements.

Back

Soldiers in the Presidios

Front

What did the Spanish build to help protect the missions and the new settlements?

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Presidios