Texas History Exam

How many major regions does Texas have?

• 3

• 4

The Plains Indians would best be described as

• nomadic hunters

• farmers and gathers

Which of the Plains Indians were best known for being great horsemen?

• Cherokee

• Comanche

What was the primary food source for the Plains Indians?

• Elk

• Buffalo

Who defeated the Aztecs?

• Cortes

• Columbus

Why did Spain want to explore the new world?

• To find a way to Asia

• To gain more gold

What year did Mexico gain its independence?

• 1811

• 1810

What were Tejanos?

• US citizens living in Texas

• Hispanic/Spanish citizens living in Texas

What were business people who brought settlers into the new territory called?

• Explorers

• Impressarios

Which country was in control of Texas when Stephen F. Austin brought the colonists into the territory

• Mexico

• Spain