Early Explorers of Texas

This explorer was known for being the first to map the Gulf of Mexico.

• Coronado

• De La Salle

• De Pineda

• Cabeza De Vaca

This explorer was known for being the first explore present-day East Texas.

• Coronado

• Moscoso

• De Pineda

• Columbus

Which of the following was NOT a reason for European Exploration in Texas?

• God

• Glory

• Guts

• Gold

This explorer was known for being the first to make contact with the Native of Texas.

• Cabeza De Vaca

• Coronado

• De Pineda

• Moscoso

What country did Moscoso represent?

• France

• Mexico

• England

• Spain

What country did De La Salle represent?

• Florida

• Spain

• France

• Mexico

De Pineda began his expedition in 1519.

• True

• False

Coronado was the first European explorer to make contact with the Native people of Texas.

• True

• False

Christopher Columbus is credited as being the first European explorer to find Texas.

• True

• False

What countries had established colonies in North America by the late 1600's?

• Mexico, France, and England

• France, Germany, Spain, and Sweden

• France, England, Spain and the Netherlands

• Portugal, Italy, and France