S.S Ch. 4

How long did it take Mexico to win independence from Spain?

• 11 years

• 2 years

• 17 years

• 37 years

What happened when the leaders of Alta CA met in Monterey in April 1822?

• They accepted Mexican rule.

• They made plans to fight.

• They turned over Baja California.

• They learned that Alta CA was an independent country.

Who gave a speech on September 16, 1810, encouraging Mexicans to fight for freedom from Spanish rule?

• Pablo Vicente de Sola

• Jose Figueroa

• Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

• Lorenzo Asisara

How were Indian workers paid on the ranchos?

• with American dollars

• with strings of shells

• with Mexican pesos

• with food, clothing, and shelter

How could vaqueros recognize the cattle in their rancho's herds?

• by the length of their horns

• by the brands on their hides

• by the markings on their ears

• by the colors of their bodies

Ranching and trade were the main reasons for the growth of the California economy during Mexican rule?

• True

• False

What does the word barter mean?

• fight off an attack

• trade for goods

• have a celebration

• give land grants

What role did women play on the ranchos?

• round up the cattle

• teach children

• hosting and attending fiestas

• both a and c