Unit #2: Age of Contact & Spanish Colonial Era

The Spanish Colonial era lasted over one hundred years from 1689 to 1821.

What were two characteristics of this period

• Ranchos and anglos

• Missions and Presidios

• Palo Duro and the Sonoran Desert

• big cities and trading posts

What characterized the Texas colonization by Spain in the

1600's? Select two.

• The construction of railroads to connect Texas with Mexico.
• The establishment of missions and presidios to control indigenous populations.
• The promotion of agricultural trade with Native Americans.
• The establishment of large plantations for cotton production.
• Many explorers came to claim and map land.

Which of the following statements BEST explain the accomplishments of Cabeza de Vaca?

Select TWO correct answers.

• He documented the cultures of Native American tribes.

• He was the first European to settle in North America.
• He led military campaigns against Indigenous tribes.
• He discovered new trade routes to Asia.
• He advocated for the humane treatment of Indigenous peoples.

Why did Texas decided to step up its efforts to colonize Texas after 80 years of abandonment? what caused this?

• To increase foreign trade opportunities
• To establish a military base
• To make sure France would not take it.

• To promote tourism and entertainment

Which of the following was NOT a reason for Spanish exploration of Texas?

• Search for gold and riches
• Spread Christianity
• Claim land for Spain
• Establishment of democratic governance

Name the French explorer and the Natives Americans that destroyed his Fort. St. Louis?

• Louis XIV and the Coahuiltec

• Rochefort and the Apaches

• Napoleon and the Caddo

• La Salle and the Karankawa

Which answer shows a correct match between these settlements and their purpose?

• Missions-protection from natives

  Presidios-convert Natives

  Ranchos-production of goods

• Missions-convert Natives

  Presidios-protection from Natives and French.

  Ranchos-farms that grew into small settlement

• Missions-became settlemets overtime

  Presidios-offer protection against Natives and French

  Ranchos-Teach faith

• Missions-Manufacturing of products

  Presidios- Became settlements eventually

  Ranchos- offering protection from natives.

Which of the following was the main reason that Franciscan friars came to Texas?

• To spread Christianity and convert Indigenous populations.
• To build military forts against rival nations.
• To promote agricultural practices among settlers.
• To establish trade routes with Europe.

Which of the following is an example of the Spanish influence in Texas?

• Texas barbecue traditions
• Native American artifacts
• French architecture in San Antonio
• Spanish place names in Texas

What was the contribution of Alonso de Pineda to Texas history?

• He discovered gold in Texas in 1521.
• He led the first Spanish expedition to Texas in 1492.
• He established the first permanent settlement in Texas in 1530.
• Alonso de Pineda contributed to Texas history by mapping its coastline in 1519.