Texas History 1st Semester Review

Front

Who was given the first land grant from Spain? Options: Moses Austin, Stephen F. Austin, James Long, Martin De Leon

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Moses Austin

Front

Who were the original settlers in Austin's colony called?

Back

The Old 300

Front

In what year did the nation of Mexico win its independence from Spain?

Back

1821

Front

Who fulfilled his father's dream to colonize Texas by bringing Anglo settlers?

Back

Stephen F. Austin

Front

In which region of Texas were the first empresario grants given? Options: Mountains and Basins, Central Plains, Great Plains, Coastal Plains

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Coastal Plains

Front

What Spanish explorer mapped the Texas coast in 1519?

Back

Pineda

Front

What were the main reasons for European exploration to the Americas?

Back

Get rich, spread the Catholic religion, & get fame & glory

Front

What Spanish explorer survived with the Karankawa Indians for 8 years and reported hearing about Cities of Gold?

Back

Cabeza de Vaca

Front

Who "discovered" the New World in 1492?

Back

Columbus

Front

Which river forms part of Texas' northern boundary? Options: Red River, Blue River, Gold River, Granny Apple Green River

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Red River