Cultural Changes in Texas Missions

Hey Meacham Eagles, do you know what the main goal of the Mission-Presidio system in Texas was? Let's see if you can guess it right!

• To establish trade routes

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity

• To explore new territories

• To build military forts

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Imagine you're in a classroom with Maryanna, Haka, and Bruno. Which of the following do you think they would say is a key component of culture that we learned today?

• Geography

• Language

• Climate

• Economy

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Hey explorers! Can you guess how the Mission-Presidio system spiced up the daily life of Native Americans in Texas? Your friends are curious!

• They learned new agricultural techniques.

• They developed new forms of government.

• They started using new forms of currency.

• They began exploring new territories.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Imagine you're on a time-travel adventure with Mr. Daniels and Mr. Wheeler! How did the introduction of Spanish language and religion create a cultural impact within the missions?

• It led to the development of a unique cultural blend.

• It caused the Native Americans to abandon their traditions entirely.

• It resulted in the creation of new trade routes.

• It had no significant impact on the culture.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Imagine you're a time-traveling student like Moises or Azael, exploring the Mission-Presidio system. How do you think this system might have reshaped the social structure of Native American communities?

• It reinforced existing social hierarchies.

• It introduced new social roles and responsibilities.

• It eliminated all forms of social organization.

• It had no effect on social structures.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Imagine you're a Spanish missionary like Father Massanet. What might be your main reason for wanting to convert Native Americans?

• To boost economic prosperity in the region.

• To fulfill your religious duty of spreading Christianity.

• To forge alliances with Native American tribes.

• To learn from Native American spiritual practices.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Mia and Jayleen are exploring the rich history of Native American traditions. Can you help them identify a custom that Native Americans might have adopted from the Spanish missionaries?

• Celebrating Spanish holidays

• Practicing traditional dances

• Using Native American languages

• Building teepees

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Hey history buffs! Imagine you're time-traveling with Ipolito and Kenia to explore the Mission-Presidio system. What do you think was its long-term impact on the cultural landscape of Texas?

• It led to the complete assimilation of Native Americans.

• It created a lasting cultural heritage that is still evident today.

• It had no lasting impact on Texas culture.

• It resulted in the isolation of Native American communities.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Ethan and Josue are on a time-travel adventure! They discover that Missions and Presidios were built in Texas during which exciting Era?

• Mexican National Era

• English Colonial Era

• Spanish Colonial Era

• Spanish Exploration Era

Imagine Sean and Liam are on an adventure to a distant land. Who among them is likely to be the person traveling to make converts to their religion?

• Missionary 

• Domesticated 

• Columbian Exchange

• Revolt