Spanish Exploration and Missions in America

The video explores the historical significance of Saint Augustine, the first continuously occupied European-established city in the continental United States, founded by Pedro Menendez de Aviles in 1565. It highlights the role of Franciscans in founding cities like Santa Fe, San Antonio, and San Diego. The video also delves into the religious and cultural heritage of Saint Augustine, including the establishment of missions and the devotion to Mary. Key historical sites such as the Castillo de San Marcos and the cathedral are discussed, showcasing the city's multicultural origins and historical importance.

Who founded Saint Augustine, the first Hispanic city in what would become the United States?

• Pedro Menendez de Aviles

• Christopher Columbus

• Juan Ponce de Leon

• Hernando de Soto

Which city was originally named La Villarreal de la Santa Fe?

• San Diego

• Santa Fe

• San Antonio

• St. Louis

What was the name of the river and settlement discovered by Spanish explorers and Franciscan missionaries in Texas?

• San Antonio

• Mississippi

• Colorado

• Rio Grande

Who was the Spanish explorer that reached the San Diego area in 1769?

• Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo

• Gaspar de Portola

• Pedro Menendez de Aviles

• Francisco Pizarro

What was the original name of the city founded by Freihuniperocera in 1769?

• San Francisco

• San Diego

• Los Angeles

• Santa Clara

In what year was the Mission San Francisco de Assis, now known as Mission Dolores, built?

• 1776

• 1769

• 1793

• 1781

Which mission was founded in 1777 at the interior end of the San Francisco Bay?

• Mission San Diego de Alcala

• Mission San Gabriel

• Mission Santa Clara de Assis

• Mission San Antonio de Valero

What is the Castillo de San Marcos known for?

• Being the first church in the U.S.

• Being the tallest structure in Florida

• Being the oldest masonry fort in the U.S.

• Being the first mission in the U.S.

What material is the Castillo de San Marcos primarily made of?

• Sandstone

• Limestone

• Coquina Stone

• Granite

Which community was responsible for evangelizing Native Americans and building missions in Saint Augustine?

• Benedictines

• Franciscans

• Dominicans

• Jesuits