Texas Explorers

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Who did the explorers meet when they came to America?

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American Indians

Front

How many soldiers did Cortes have? (pg. 140)

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500

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Who was the first explorer to reach Texas?

Back

Pineda

Front

How did historians learn about Cabeza de Vacas accomplishments?

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He wrote them in a journal.

Front

Who landed near Galveston Island?

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Cabeza de Vaca

Front

What was Coronado searching for?

Back

seven cities of gold

Front

What was La Salle and the French looking for?

Back

Furs

Front

What battle did Coronado win?

Back

Zuni

Front

What is an expedition?

Back

a journey made for a specific purpose

Front

What does El Paso del Norte mean?

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the pass to the north