Unit 2 Test GT

The lifestyles of Native Texans varied based on their geographic location.

• True

• False

Which Native American group is known for adapting to their environment during the Age of Contact?

• Iroquois

• Karankawas

• Anasazi

• Sioux

What distinguishes prehistoric cultures from those with written records?

• Use of stone tools

• Lack of written records

• Development of agriculture

• Existence of cave paintings

Who is considered a Native Texan, and what are some key characteristics of their cultures?

• Indigenous peoples who lived in the region before European colonization

• A person who has lived in Texas for more than 10 years.

• Anyone who currently resides in Texas.

• A person who frequently visits Texas.

A confederacy is a union of tribes or groups that functioned together for mutual benefit. How did it function among Native American tribes?

• Through centralized leadership

• By forming alliances for trade and defense

• By sharing a common language

• Through a unified legal system

What role did missions play in the Spanish colonization of Texas?

• They served as religious centers to convert Native Americans.

• They were military outposts to defend against invaders.

• They were trade centers for economic activities.

• They were political centers for governance.

What is a presidio, and what purpose did it serve in colonial Texas?

• A presidio is a type of fort used to protect against invasions.

• A presidio is a religious mission established to convert Native Americans.

• A presidio is a trading post for exchanging goods with settlers.

• A presidio is a settlement for colonists to live and farm.

Who was Antonio Margie De Jesus, and what contributions did he make to Texas history?

• He founded Mission Jose y San Miguel, one of the key missions in San Antonio

• A famous Texas artist known for his landscape paintings.

• A Texas politician who served as governor in the early 1900s.

• A renowned Texas chef famous for his culinary innovations.

What role did priests play in the Spanish missions?

• They were responsible for converting Native Americans to Christianity.

• They managed trade and commerce in the missions.

• They acted as military leaders in the missions.

• They were primarily involved in agricultural activities.

What does “era” refer to in historical contexts, and how do we define different eras in Texas history?

• A period marked by distinctive character or events

• A type of government system

• A geographical region

• A historical figure