Mexican California

Who was one of the leaders of the Mexican movement for independence from Spain in 1810?

• A Spanish general

• Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

• A Mexican ranchero

• A Californio

What happened in 1821 that was significant to Mexico and Alta California?

• Mexico lost the war against Spain

• Alta California became part of Spain

• Mexico won its independence from Spain

• The Californios left California

What changes did Mexican rule bring to California?

• The missions were closed and the land was given away

• The Spanish culture was promoted

• The Spanish flag was reinstated

• Independence was declared from the United States

What was the main change brought about by the 1824 Constitution of Mexico?

• It established the mission system in California.

• It divided Mexico into states and territories similar to the United States.

• It granted independence to California.

• It abolished the Catholic Church in Mexico.

What was Governor José Figueroa's plan for the missions in California?

• To expand the mission system throughout California.

• To turn the missions into pueblos.

• To sell the mission land to foreign investors.

• To rebuild the missions with modern architecture.

What was supposed to happen to the mission property according to the plan mentioned in the text?

• All of it was to be given to the missionaries.

• Half of it was to go to the Indians, and the government would take over the other half.

• It was to be sold to the highest bidder.

• The property was to be left untouched as historical sites.

Why did most of the mission churches fall into ruin?

• They were destroyed by natural disasters.

• The government repurposed them for other uses.

• Most of the land was given away, and the churches were neglected.

• The missionaries decided to abandon the churches.

What was the fate of the missionaries after the mission period ended?

• They became wealthy landowners.

• They continued their work with the missions.

• Most went back to Spain, feeling that their work had ended in destruction.

• They were honored by the government for their service.

How did the Indians fare after the mission period ended?

• They thrived and became prosperous landowners.

• They had to start over with very little to show for their efforts.

• They were integrated into the new towns as citizens.

• They received substantial compensation for their work at the missions.

What was the name given to the region that is now known as California in 1824?

• Alta California

• Nuevo Mexico

• Coahuila y Tejas

• Baja California