Texas History 24/25 Fall Final Review

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Which of the following most accurately describes the Native Americans that used the dwellings shown in the image above? Sedentary Farmers, Fishers, Nomadic Hunters, Merchants

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Nomadic Hunters

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The Spanish colonists came to Texas in order to- Establish Catholic Missions, Oversee Spanish Presidios, Discover Lost Cities of Gold, Learn native languages from Texas Indians

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Establish Catholic Missions

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The European explorer who led an expedition in search of the "glittering cities" was-

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Francisco Vazquez de Coronado

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The best title for the list would be-

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Mountains and Basins

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One result of Mexico’s independence from Spain was —

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Immigration from the United States increased

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Which of the following was an effect of the migration shown on the map above? Americans learned new languages and forms of government from immigrants. Settlers experienced dangers and hardships because the region was at war. The population of enslaved people increased as the institution of slavery grew. Anglo-Americans had to become members of the Catholic church.

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The population of enslaved people increased as the institution of slavery grew.

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How did 19th-century European immigrant groups influence Texas?

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They brought with them their unique cultures that influence vocabulary, music, food, and social traditions in Texas.

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How did the issue of slavery affect the debate over Texas annexation?

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If Texas joined the Union, it would increase the power of the slave states in the United States Congress.

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A defining characteristic of the Republic Era was

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the legalization of slavery after Texas won its independence from Mexico

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Which of the following could be added to the list above? Options: James K. Polk elected in 1844 for the Democratic Party, Rio Grande River set as the southern border of Texas, California became an independent republic, Texas annexed by the U.S. in 1845

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Rio Grande River set as the southern border of Texas