Day 3: Exploration of Texas

When did the Spanish begin to build Catholic missions in Texas?

• Mid 1700s

• Late 1600s

• Early 1800s

• Early 1500s

What was the motivation of the Spanish government for building missions in Texas?

• To expand and protect their territory

• To promote trade with American Indians

• To establish military outposts

• To search for gold and silver

Where was the first Texas mission, Mission Ysleta, built?

• Nacogdoches

• El Paso

• Goliad

• San Antonio

What were the economic opportunities near Mission San José?

• Textile and garment production

• Fishing and hunting

• Mining and logging

• Ranching and farming

Why did the Spanish establish presidios near the missions?

• To provide education for American Indians

• To protect missions from attack

• To establish trade routes

• To explore new territories

Where did José de Escandón settle a colony?

• Lower Rio Grande Valley

• Gulf of Mexico

• Guadalupe Mountains

• Padre Island

What did the American Indians share with the Europeans?

• New musical instruments

• New cooking techniques

• New clothing styles

• New language skills

What is an important Mexican tradition in Texas?

• Cinco de Mayo

• Day of the Dead

• Independence Day

• Mexican Revolution Day

What is the Spanish influence on the art and architecture of Texas?

• Moderate influence

• No influence

• Minimal influence

• Significant influence

If you were a Spanish Catholic priest sent to build a mission in Texas, what was the motivation of the Spanish government for sending you?

• To convert American Indians to Christianity

• To establish military outposts

• To promote trade with American Indians

• To expand and protect their territory