Chapter 3 Section 4 The European Period

Multiple Choice

What was one significant reason settlers were attracted to Natchez under Spanish control?

• Spain's land grants

• Religious freedom for Jews and Protestants

• The Catholic nature of Spain

• The quick migration of English and Americans

Multiple Choice

Which governor was appointed to the Natchez District in 1789 and what qualities made him respected by the citizens?

• Manuel Gayoso de Lemos; he was popular and intelligent, ruled wisely, and had the respect and cooperation of his citizens.

• Thomas Pinckney; he was a skilled negotiator and diplomat.

• Andrew Jackson; he was a strong military leader.

• William C.C. Claiborne; he was known for his fairness.

Multiple Choice

Why did Gayoso choose to build new forts instead of repairing Fort Rosalie, and what was the strategic importance of the new forts?

• Fort Rosalie was dilapidated, and new forts near Vicksburg and Chickasaw Bluffs gave the Spanish control over the lower Mississippi River and its tributaries.

• He wanted to expand Spanish territory into Texas.

• He believed Fort Rosalie was haunted.

• The new forts were cheaper to build than repairing Rosalie.

Multiple Choice

What actions were taken in response to the rumors of a possible slave revolt in Natchez in 1795?

• A militia was mobilized, several slaves were arrested and executed, and rumors and fear were temporarily quieted.

• The Spanish authorities ignored the rumors.

• The slaves were freed to prevent unrest.

• The revolt was successful and led to independence.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were reasons Spain ceded claim to the land north of the 31st parallel in 1795?

• Spain was engaged in a war with England and did not want to risk war with America.

• Spain feared losing New Orleans.

• America pressed its claim to the land above the 31st parallel.

• Spain wanted to expand its territory northward.

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The Treaty of San Lorenzo is also known as the Treaty of

Multiple Choice

What event marked the official transfer of Natchez from Spanish to American control in 1798?

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The marking of the 31st parallel

• The raising of the American flag over Fort Rosalie

• The Louisiana Purchase

Multiple Choice

What was one reason Spain's land grants attracted settlers to Natchez?

• They offered religious freedom to all settlers.

• They provided free transportation to America.

• They allowed settlers to keep their native language.

• They promised gold and silver to settlers.