Texas Geography and History Quiz

The Comanche and Apache tribes are associated with which region of Texas?

• Gulf Coast

• Plains

• Mountains and Basins

• Piney Woods

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of the Gulf culture in Texas?

• Nomadic lifestyle and buffalo hunting

• Fishing and living in coastal areas

• Building large earthen mounds

• Trading with European settlers

Which era in Texas history is characterized by the presence of diverse American Indian cultures before European colonization?

• The Republic of Texas

• The Civil War and Reconstruction

• Natural Texas and its People

• The Age of Oil

Which of the following regions is known for its dense forests and is part of the Southeastern culture area in Texas?

• High Plains

• Piney Woods

• Trans-Pecos

• South Texas Plains

The Caddo people, known for their complex social structures and mound-building, were part of which cultural group?

• Gulf

• Plains

• Puebloan

• Southeastern

What was a primary reason for the Puebloan culture's development of irrigation systems?

• To support their nomadic lifestyle

• To enhance their hunting capabilities

• To cultivate crops in arid regions

• To trade with neighboring tribes

Which American Indian culture in Texas was known for living in adobe houses and practicing agriculture?

• Gulf

• Plains

• Puebloan

• Southeastern

Which of the following best describes the purpose of dividing Texas history into eras?

• To make it easier to memorize dates

• To organize historical events and understand their relationships

• To separate the history of Texas from other states

• To highlight the most famous Texans

Why is the era of "Natural Texas and its People" significant in Texas history?

• It marks the beginning of European colonization

• It highlights the diverse cultures of American Indians before European contact

• It signifies the establishment of the Republic of Texas

• It represents the industrialization of Texas

Which of the following best describes the lifestyle of the Plains Indians in Texas?

• Sedentary farmers

• Nomadic hunters

• Coastal fishermen

• Mountain dwellers