Missions and Explorers 1-2

What was the name of the explorer who defeated the Aztec empire and also was first to reach "New Spain?"

• Sebastian Vizcaino
• Hernando Cortes
• Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo
• Tommy Magillacutty

Which was NOT a reason Spain wanted to establish themselves in New Spain?

• To prevent scurvy
• To claim land for Spain
• To establish missions and Christianize Natives 
• To give land to Russia and England 

Who came with Father Serra to help protect the missions?

• Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo
• Hernando Cortes
• Larry Johanseburgen
• Gaspar de Portolla

These are Father Serra facts except which one?

• He was ordained a priest
• He was born in New Spain
• He was involved in the building of 9 missions 
• His favorite mission was the Carmel Mission

Which country explained in lesson 1 MIGHT have come to California, but historians aren't too sure. 

• Spain
• Mexico
• Russia
• China