San Antonio Missions

The video explores the Day of the Dead celebration, its historical roots, and its significance. It delves into the history of Texas missions, focusing on their establishment, cultural impact, and the role of indigenous people. The video highlights Rancho de los Cabras and its historical importance. It also covers the preservation efforts led by Adina de Zavala, emphasizing the missions' cultural and historical significance in Texas.

What is the primary purpose of the Day of the Dead celebration?

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To mark the beginning of a new year

• To scare away evil spirits

• To remember and honor deceased loved ones

How did the Spanish influence the Day of the Dead celebration?

• They replaced it with a new festival

• They allowed it to continue alongside Catholic masses

• They moved it to a different time of year

• They banned it completely

What was the main goal of the mission system established by the Spanish in Texas?

• To create a new language

• To build military forts

• To establish trade routes

• To convert indigenous people to Christianity

Which mission became known as the Alamo?

• Mission San Jose

• Mission San Juan

• Mission Concepcion

• Mission San Antonio de Valero

What role did ranches like Rancho de los Cabras play in the mission system?

• They were sites for political meetings

• They provided essential supplies like beef and wool

• They served as religious centers

• They were used for military training

Who was Adina de Zavala?

• A famous Spanish explorer

• A leader in the preservation of Texas missions

• The first female governor of Texas

• A renowned artist from San Antonio

What action did Adina de Zavala take to protect the Alamo?

• She organized a protest march

• She barricaded herself inside the Alamo

• She wrote a book about its history

• She petitioned the Spanish government

What is unique about the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park?

• It is the largest park in Texas

• It is the oldest park in the United States

• It is located on an island

• It has active churches within a national park

Who is responsible for maintaining the interior of the mission sanctuaries?

• The National Park Service

• The local government

• The Archdiocese

• The Texas Historical Society

What cultural significance do the San Antonio Missions hold today?

• They are only historical landmarks

• They are centers of religious faith and community life

• They are used for military training

• They are abandoned and in ruins