Understanding Tongva and Colonization Effects

Which of the following best describes the traditional territory of the Tongva people before colonization?

• The Great Plains

• The Los Angeles Basin and Southern Channel Islands

• The Appalachian Mountains

• The Mississippi River Valley

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What was one significant impact of Spanish colonization on the Tongva people?

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques

• Establishment of trade routes with the Tongva

• Forced relocation and cultural assimilation

• Development of a written language for the Tongva

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How did the establishment of missions affect the Tongva population?

• It led to an increase in Tongva population due to better healthcare.

• It resulted in a decline in Tongva population due to disease and forced labor.

• It had no significant impact on the Tongva population.

• It allowed the Tongva to expand their territory.

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Which of the following is a traditional practice of the Tongva people that was disrupted by colonization?

• Industrial manufacturing

• Nomadic herding

• Basket weaving and trade

• Mining for gold

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What role did the Tongva people play in the early development of Los Angeles?

• They were the primary architects of the city's infrastructure.

• They were laborers in the construction of missions and settlements.

• They were political leaders in the new government.

• They were the main traders of European goods.

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