Life in the Spanish Colony of Texas

What was the primary goal of Spanish missions in Texas?

• Establish trade routes

• Convert Native Americans to Catholicism

• Develop military outposts

• Explore new territories

Why were Spanish missions often located near bodies of water?

• Water sources were considered holy

• To provide drinking water and support agriculture

• To encourage trade with nearby towns

• To prevent attacks by Native American tribes

Which of the following regions in Texas contained the fewest missions?

• Coastal Plains

• Mountains and Basins

• Central Plains

• Great Plains

Which of the following was NOT a hardship faced by Native Americans in missions?

• Exposure to disease

• Inadequate food supplies

• Poor living conditions

• Frequent opportunities to travel freely

What was a key role of soldiers stationed at presidios?

• Building churches and teaching Spanish

• Defending missions from attacks

• Managing local farms

• Leading trade expeditions

What economic activities were most common in Spanish settlements?

• Mining and shipping

• Farming and ranching

• Shipbuilding and fishing

• Textile production and weaving

What was the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 in response to?

• The arrival of English settlers

• Harsh treatment and forced conversion by the Spanish

• Military conquest by French explorers

• A shortage of food in Spanish settlements

What was the oldest Spanish settlement in Texas?

• San Antonio

• Ysleta

• Los Adaes

• La Bahia

Spanish missions were primarily established to build alliances with local tribes.

• True

• False

The Spanish presidios were always located near missions to offer immediate protection.

• True

• False