Week 11 Article 4 Moses Austin 12/6 4A

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Who was Moses Austin?

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An American businessman

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Why did Moses Austin travel to Texas?

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To acquire land and resources

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What did Moses Austin want to do in Texas?

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Establish an American colony

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What illness did Moses Austin contract during his return trip to Missouri?

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Pneumonia

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Who helped Moses Austin present his plan to the Spanish government?

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The Baron of Bastrop

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What happened to Moses Austin during his return trip to Missouri?

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He was robbed and ran out of food

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What was Moses Austin's last wish before he died?

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That his son would continue his work in Texas

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What dangers did Moses Austin face on his journey to San Antonio? Options: Snowstorms, Wild animal attacks, Conflicts between Comanches and Apaches, Floods

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Conflicts between Comanches and Apaches

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When did Moses Austin die?

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June 10, 1821

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What did the Spanish government finally allow Moses Austin to do?

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Establish a colony in Texas