Spanish Settlement in Texas and the New World

What were the three motivations for the Spanish settlement of Texas and the New World?

• God, Glory, and Gold

• Freedom, Equality, and Justice

• Power, Wealth, and Fame

• Adventure, Exploration, and Discovery

What were the Spanish explorers primarily seeking in the New World?

• Gold and silver

• Oil and gas

• Diamonds and gemstones

• Timber and lumber

What was the main reason for the Spanish King's desire to expand his empire in the Americas?

• To spread the Roman Catholic faith

• To establish trade routes

• To find new sources of food

• To conquer rival European monarchs

Why did the Spanish concentrate their efforts in Mexico instead of Texas?

• Vast quantities of gold and silver were found in Mexico

• The Indigenous population in Mexico was more sedentary

• Texas had a larger population of Indigenous peoples

• Texas was already claimed by France

What event in 1684 motivated the Spanish to focus on the Texas frontier?

• French invasion

• British colonization

• Native American uprising

• Natural disaster