Texas History Immigration Flashcard

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Which immigrant group primarily settled in the Hill Country region of Texas and is known for establishing the town of Fredericksburg?

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German

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What are two reasons why German immigrants came to Texas in the mid-1800s?

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Economic opportunities and political unrest

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True or False: African Americans came to Texas primarily as enslaved people brought by Anglo-American settlers.

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True

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How did the migration and settlement of different immigrant groups in Texas during the mid-1800s influence the state's culture and economy?

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The migration and settlement of different immigrant groups in Texas during the mid-1800s influenced the state's culture by bringing diverse cultural influences and enriched the economy by contributing to the growth of industries.

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Which immigrant group significantly contributed to the development of the Texas cattle industry in the 1800s? (Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Scottish)

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Mexican

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True or False: The Czech immigrants in Texas were primarily involved in the establishment of educational institutions and cultural societies.

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True

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What was a major factor that attracted Irish immigrants to Texas in the 19th century? Options: The discovery of oil, The availability of land for farming, The gold rush, The development of the railroad

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The availability of land for farming

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Many immigrant groups coming to Texas in the 1840s and 1850s chose to settle close together to maintain their cultural heritage. At the same time, they did their best to adapt to the new Texan culture that surrounded them. One example of this is German Immigrants, who established the towns of -

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New Braunfels and Fredericksburg

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What was one significant impact of immigration on the Texas economy in the 20th century?

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Increase in labor force

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Which immigrant group is credited with introducing the tradition of Oktoberfest to Texas?

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German