Bundle 2 Retest

As a result of the Adam-Onis Treaty, the U.S. acquired this territory in 1819 and gave up all claims to Texas.

Answer explanation

This purchase led to the U.S doubling in size and gaining control of the Mississippi River.

What does the word "land agents" mean?

• filibusters

• empresarios

• presidios

• missions

What was Moses Austin’s primary motivation for establishing colonies of American families in Texas?

• to regain his wealth

• to receive acknowledgements or honors 

• to impress the Mexican government

• to flee attacks by U.S. soldiers

How did Tejanos react to Spain’s withdrawal from East Texas?

• They felt fortunate to receive good farmland near San Antonio.

• They were unhappy that Spain made them leave their homes.

• They attacked the Spanish missions in the region.

• They were happy to leave the land.

While Stephen Austin and Green De Witt brought Anglo settlers to Texas, (a)   was the only successful empresario that brought ​ (b)   ​ ​settlers to Texas.

• Martin De Leon
• Mexican

Groups of rebels looking for adventure were called ______.

A Mexican priest, _________, called for an end of rule by Peninsulares.

Who was the first Anglo "land agent" in Texas?

• Green DeWitt

• Martin de Leon 

• Erasmo Seguin

• Moses Austin 

In ___, the United States acquired _____ from Spain as a result of the Adam-Onis Treaty.

What were the requirements to be able to live in Austin's colony?

Groups:

(a) Citizenship

,

(b) Religion

,

(c) Law Abiding

,

(d) No Taxes

• no taxes for 10 years

• become Catholic

• oath of loyalty to Mexico

• become Mexican citizens