Semester Test Review

How did the Karankawas adapt to living on the Gulf Coast?

• The Karankawas adapted building their houses out of grass, fishing, hunting, gathering, and using canoes for transportation.

• They primarily relied on agriculture and farming for sustenance.
• The Karankawas avoided water and lived inland to escape storms.
• The Karankawas built permanent stone houses along the coast.

Where is the Great Plains of Texas located? What is its climate like?

• The Great Plains of Texas is found in the western part of Texas and experiences a maritime climate.
• The Great Plains of Texas is located in the northwestern part of Texas Panhandle and has the hottest summers and coldest winters.

• The Great Plains of Texas is located in the eastern part of Texas and has a humid continental climate.
• The Great Plains of Texas is in the southern part of Texas and has a tropical climate.

How did Germany influence the culture in central Texas?

• Germany's influence was primarily through literature and film.
• Germany influenced central Texas culture through foods like schnitzel.

• Germany had no impact on central Texas culture.
• Germany influenced central Texas through music and dance.

How do Texans still see the Spanish influence?

• The Spanish influence is evident in Texas landmarks named after conquistadors.

• Spanish influence is primarily in the northern states.
• Texans have no connection to Spanish history.
• The Spanish influence is only seen in Texas politics.

Where were most presidios located in the 18th century in Texas?

• Near the Gulf of Mexico
• In the eastern forests of Texas
• Along the Texas coast
• Near missions.

What was a negative side effect of the Spanish missions?

• Strengthening of Indigenous political structures.
• Increased trade opportunities for Indigenous people.
• Improvement of agricultural practices among Indigenous communities.
• The sickness and disease the Spanish brought with them

Physical factors in Texas include what?

• Urban development, skyscrapers, highways
• Weather, climate, natural resources, mountains, rivers.

• Wildlife, endangered species, forests
• Deserts, tundras, volcanoes, lakes

What was Cabeza de Vaca known for?

• Cabeza de Vaca was known for his role in the Spanish Inquisition.
• Cabeza de Vaca was a famous painter of the Renaissance.
• Cabeza de Vaca was a renowned chef in colonial America.
• Cabeza de Vaca was known for his explorations and the books he wrote about the gold in Mexico

What were most Anglo settlements in the 1800's in Texas?

• Agricultural communities focused on farming and ranching.
• Urban centers with industrial factories.
• Military outposts for defense against Native Americans.
• Mining towns focused on mineral extraction.

Why did the first Anglo settlers come to Texas?

• To find gold and treasure in the region.
• To establish a military base against Mexico.
• To escape religious persecution in the East.
• To seek economic opportunities and land for farming.