Mexican colonization Harrison

In 1821

• Austin was established as the capital of Texas

• Moses Austin received permission to settle in Texas

• Juan Seguin migrated to Texas with Mexican settlers

• Spain granted Mexico independence

Who is considered the “Father of Texas” for bringing the first Anglo settlers to the region?

• Moses Austin

• Stephen F. Austin

• Green DeWitt

• José Gutiérrez de Lara

What was a requirement for settlers coming to Texas under Mexican colonization law?

• Speak English

• Become Spanish citizens

• Convert to Catholicism

• Build a mission

What was one major difference between Spanish and Anglo colonization methods?

• Spanish settlers used cattle ranching, while Anglos did not

• Spanish settlers were more focused on trade

• Spanish built missions and presidios; Anglos farmed and used slavery

• Anglo settlers built more missions than the Spanish

What was the Constitution of 1824?

• A U.S. agreement to protect Mexico’s borders

• A law banning Anglo settlement

• A Spanish colonial document

• Mexico’s new constitution establishing a federal republic

Mexican officials tried to maintain Mexican culture when issuing land grants by...

• Introducing Spanish foods to the new settlers.
• Requiring settlers to practice the Catholic religion.
• Administering Spanish language test to settlers.
• Expecting Anglo settlers to wear Spanish clothing.

Why were most Texas land grants located in east and central Texas?

• Land in the west and northwest Texas was claimed by France.
• Indians had been pushed out of these areas.
• It was a prime location for establishing plantations.
• Mexican officials wanted to settle areas closest to the US.

Who became the first man to gain permission from Spain to bring Anglo American settlers into Texas?

• Stephen Austin
• Moses Austin
• Green Dewitt
• Antonio Martinez

Who took over Moses Austin's dream to carry out the "Texas Venture" when Moses passed away?

• Beth Austin
• Ian Austin
• Stephen Austin
• Sarah Austin

Who helped Stephen Austin find the perfect place for Austin's Colony?

• Erasmo Seguin
• Stephen's Wife
• Miguel Hidalgo
• Spanish government