Unit 5 Quiz

During a history class discussion on the Mexican War for Independence, Daniel asked, 'In what way did Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla participate in the Mexican War for Independence?'

• Aiden suggested, 'He assisted in writing a constitution for Mexico.'

• Zoe thought, 'He spied on Texans for the Spanish government.'

• Daniel guessed, 'He cared for wounded Texans fighting in the war.'

• Another student said, 'He inspired some Texans to fight against the Spanish.'

Answer explanation

Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla inspired Texans to fight against the Spanish, making him a key figure in the Mexican War for Independence.

After Mexico gained independence from Spain, why did Benjamin, Priya, and Emma's ancestors, like many other Americans, move to Texas?

• Mexico promised these colonists that one day they would be free.

• Mexico established a large army and navy to protect these new Texans.

• Mexico created a government similar to the one in the United States.

• Mexico attracted people to the area who were already Catholic.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is that Mexico promised these colonists future freedom.

Noah, Arjun, and Mia are learning about Texas history in their class. They learned that Stephen F. Austin and Martín de León played a significant role in settling Texas. Can you guess how they did it?

• They brought colonists to Texas

• They built missions in Texas

• They served as a governor of Texas

• They led military expeditions in Texas

Answer explanation

Stephen F. Austin and Martín de León settled Texas by bringing colonists to the region.

Anika, Luna, and Daniel are working on a history project about Martín de León. They are discussing his accomplishments. Luna says, 'What is one accomplishment of Martín de León?'

• He introduced cotton farming to Texas.

• He explored the Rio Grande border for Spain.

• He participated in writing the Constitution of 1824.

• He brought families from Mexico to settle in Texas.

Answer explanation

Martín de León's most significant accomplishment was bringing families from Mexico to settle in Texas.

Charlotte, Zoe, and Ethan are working on a group project about the history of Texas. They are discussing the contributions of Stephen F. Austin. Charlotte suggests that because of his actions in settling Texas, he is often called the

• Father of Texas

• First Texas Ranger

• Lone Star of Texas

• Yellow Rose of Texas

Answer explanation

Stephen F. Austin is often called the Father of Texas because of his significant contributions in settling the region.

Abigail, Nora, and Lily are studying a map of Texas from the early 1800s for their history project. Based on the information in the map, which of the following describes the settlement patterns of Texas during that time?

• Most settlements were along the border with Mexico.

• American Indian settlements were no longer in Texas.

• Large settlements were established by Anglo colonists.

• Mexican settlements were larger than Anglo settlements.

Answer explanation

During the early 1800s in Texas, large settlements were established by Anglo colonists, as depicted in the map.

Harper, Anika, and Evelyn are studying a map of Texas during the colonial period for their history project. Based on the map, which statement best describes the location of cities in Texas during that time?

• They are built close to missions.

• They are located near the coast.

• They are settled near waterways.

• They are located along the border.

Answer explanation

Cities in Texas during the colonial period were settled near waterways.

Ava, Arjun, and Isla moved to Austin's Colony. One way they modified their new environment was by

• building a series of windmills in their backyard

• constructing a dam on the nearby Brazos River

• preparing their home for potential natural disasters

• adapting their lifestyle to the cold, long winters

Answer explanation

Ava, Arjun, and Isla modified their new environment by constructing a dam on the nearby Brazos River.

Charlotte, Mason, and Evelyn are early settlers in Texas. One way they survived was by -

• meeting their needs for shelter and food

• learning to build boats

• withstanding the harsh climate

• building schools in the colonies

Answer explanation

Charlotte, Mason, and Evelyn survived in Texas by meeting their needs for shelter and food.

After the school's student council election, how was Harper's leadership different from the previous council president, David?

• She gave more rights to the female students.

• She was led by a king and queen.

• She introduced three branches of student council.

• She granted everyone religious freedom.

Answer explanation

Harper introduced three branches of student council, differentiating her leadership from David's.