Texas History: Unit 3 TEST

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Which of the following describes Columbus' expedition?

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In 1492, he reached the Bahamas near North America, enslaved the Tainos for profit, and eventually lost many of his riches and titles.

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Which of the following describes Cortes' expedition?

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In 1519, he conquered the Aztec empire, which increased the wealth and power of Spain, and established Mexico City.

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Which of the following describes Pineda's expedition?

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In 1519, he and his crew were the FIRST Europeans to see the Texas coast and the FIRST to map the Texas Gulf Coast.

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Which of the following describes Cabeza de Vaca's journey?

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In 1527, he was stranded in Texas; however, he became known as a "healer" among the Texas Indians. Later, upon his return to Spain, he later published a story of his travels.

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Which of the following describes La Salle's expedition?

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He ended up in Texas while searching for the Mississippi River. He established a settlement in Texas; however, it was destroyed by Indian attacks. Even though it failed, it gave France a claim to Texas.

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Why did the Spanish leave East Texas?

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They left because of drought and flood which ruined their crops. Also, their supplies were scarce, disease had spread, and the Native Americans did not want religious instruction.

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What is the Age of Contact Era in Texas?

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When the Spanish and French explorers both claimed Texas.

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What motivated Spanish explorers to travel to Texas?

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They wanted to find new land, spread Christianity, and seek wealth.

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What did Spanish exploration in Texas lead to?

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Established a claim to Texas, Conflict with Texas Indians, Gained new plants and animals, as well as knowledge of land and Texas Indians.

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What were the goals of the missions and presidios?

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Teach Texas Indians Christianity and way of Spanish life, Create a Spanish presence in Texas, Protect Spanish Citizens