10/15 and 10/16 - Spanish Colonial Day 1 Warm-Up

LAST Name

FIRST Name

Mostly rural, few major cities; grasslands and little rainfall

• Great Plains

• Reasons for exploration

• North Central Plains

• Age of Contact

Answer explanation

The Great Plains are characterized by mostly rural areas, few major cities, grasslands, and low rainfall, making it the correct choice for the given description.

Increase wealth, spread religion, expand empires, claim territory, find new trade routes to Asia through the Northwest Passage

• Great Plains

• Reasons for exploration

• North Central Plains

• Age of Contact

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Reasons for exploration' as it encompasses the motivations behind exploration, including wealth, religion, empire expansion, territory claims, and trade route discovery.

Spanish explorers arrived in Texas and met Natives

• Great Plains

• Reasons for exploration

• North Central Plains

• Age of Contact

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Age of Contact' because this period marks the time when Spanish explorers first arrived in Texas and encountered Native populations, initiating significant cultural exchanges.

Some major cities but becomes more rural farther west; flat prairies

• Great Plains

• Reasons for exploration

• North Central Plains

• Age of Contact

Answer explanation

The North Central Plains region features major cities in the east, transitioning to more rural areas and flat prairies as you move west. This description aligns with the characteristics of the North Central Plains.

What did La Salle do when he shipwrecked in Texas AND how did his actions renew Spain’s interest in area? Think about the question carefully. Then enter your answer to BOTH parts of the question below.

Answer explanation

La Salle shipwrecked in Texas and established a settlement, which highlighted the region's potential. His actions prompted Spain to renew its interest in Texas to prevent French expansion and assert its territorial claims.

Which of the following was a reason for exploration?

• To find the legendary Fountain of Youth

• To expand democratic beliefs

• To spread Christianity

• To promote military alliances

Answer explanation

Exploration was often driven by the desire to spread Christianity, as European powers sought to convert indigenous populations. While other reasons existed, spreading Christianity was a significant motivation for many explorers.

Which letter correctly identifies the Brazos River?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The Brazos River is correctly identified by letter C. This choice accurately represents the location and characteristics of the river, distinguishing it from the other options provided.

Which letter correctly identifies Houston?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

Houston is correctly identified by the letter A, as it corresponds to the specific location or context provided in the question. The other options B, C, and D do not represent Houston.