Texas History - Exploration

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What was the importance of Alonso Álvarez de Pineda's exploration of the Texas coast in 1519?

Back

He was the first European to explore and map what is now the Texas coastline.

Front

Which of the following statements best summarizes La Salle's leadership?

Back

La Salle was brave and daring but lacked navigation skills and the confidence of his followers.

Front

What concerns did Native Americans have about living in a mission? Options: They did not want to give up their own traditions and culture., They were concerned about the number of diseases causing death., They tried to avoid living in the missions to prevent getting sick., All of the above

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All of the above

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First explorer to map the Texas coast

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Alvarez de Pineda

Front

Spanish soldiers who sought wealth and glory?

Back

Conquistadors

Front

The outpost built by La Salle in Texas was named......

Back

Fort St. Louis

Front

Who was part of the expedition that shipwrecked in Galveston and was saved by the Karankawas? Options: Cabeza de gato, Cabeza de pollo, Cabeza de vaca, Cabeza de mesa

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Cabeza de vaca

Front

How is the Coastal Plains different from the Mountains and Basins?

Back

The Coastal Plains has more rivers.

Front

Which region would I find the Palo Duro Canyon? Options: Coastal Plains, Mountains and Basins, Great Plains, Central Plains

Back

Great Plains

Front

Big Bend National Park is located in which region? Options: Great Plains, Coastal Plains, Mountains and Basins, Coastal Plains

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Mountains and Basins