Spanish Settlements on the Frontier

The Spanish sent missionaries to the borderlands to establish ______.

What was the primary purpose of the Spanish missions?

• To convert American Indians to Catholicism

• To trade with other European powers

• To explore new territories

• To establish military dominance

The Spanish built ______ to protect the missions.

Which of the following was a result of the Pueblo Revolt?

• Spanish settlers were forced out of New Mexico

• The Spanish gained more control over the Pueblos

• The Pueblos adopted Catholicism

• The Spanish built more presidios

In the late 1600s, the Spanish began building missions just south of the ______.

What was one of the challenges faced by the Spanish in establishing control over Texas?

• Resistance from the Pueblo Indians

• Lack of resources

• Competition from other European powers

• Harsh weather conditions

The Pueblo spiritual leader who led a revolt against the Spanish was named ______.