Ch. 5: Early Explorers of Texas Common Assessment

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In the late 1400's, what led to sailors being able to travel away from the coasts? Options: a change in weather patterns, new navigation tools, unsinkable ships, Google Maps

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new navigation tools

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Which of the following was not a motivation of a Spanish Conquistador? wealth and fortune, to discover a faster trade route to Africa, glory and fame, the spread of Catholicism (Christianity)

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to discover a faster trade route to Africa

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Who mapped the coastline from Florida to Texas in 1519?

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Pineda

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What was the name of the Spanish empire in the Americas?

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New Spain

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What was the effect of Cabeza de Vaca's journey through Texas?

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His stories encouraged other conquistadors to explore Texas.

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Which explorer was brave and intelligent but arrogant and lacked the confidence of his followers?

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La Salle

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What was the effect of the establishment of Ft. St. Louis on Spain?

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Spain's interest in East Texas grew

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Who led an exploration that devastated the native tribes in the SOUTHEASTERN region of the United States?

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De Soto

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Founded Santa Fe, was responsible for the acquisition of horses by the Comanches, and settlements along the Rio Grande Valley.

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Onate

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He took command after the death of De Soto

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Moscoso