MOY 2025

Front

What made Spain renew their interest & send Father Damian Massanet to establish missions in East Texas?

Back

The French were establishing settlements in east Texas.

Front

Describe the meaning of popular sovereignty

Back

Power to the people (vote!)

Front

The Jumanos were a part of which culture group in Texas (Hint, adobe houses)?

Back

Pueblo Culture

Front

The biggest oil boom in Texas occurred in ___________ in the year ______

Back

Spindletop, 1901

Front

What was the primary reason for the establishment of missions in East Texas by the Spanish?

Back

To convert Native Americans to Christianity

Front

Which river forms the natural border between Texas and Mexico?

Back

Rio Grande

Front

Describe the purpose of Spanish presidios in Texas?

Back

To serve as a military fort to protect settlements and missions

Front

Describe an empresario

Back

A land agent hired by Mexico to bring settlers to Texas

Front

Prior to the oil boom in Texas, _________ was the main factor in the Texas economy.

Back

Cotton

Front

Which European country was the first to establish contact with Texas?

Back

Spain