European Exploration of Texas

What does "God, Gold, and Glory" refer to in European exploration of Texas?

• The names of three Spanish ships

• The main reasons for exploring Texas

• The most common crops grown in Texas

• The titles of Texas governors

Which of the following statements BEST completes the graphic organizer? Graphic organizer showing a cause and effect relationship during European Exploration. Cause: Cabeza de Vaca shared stories of land rich in copper, emeralds, and gold. Effect: ?

• Christopher Columbus crossed the Atlantic in search of new land.

• Native tribes formed confederacies to defend their land in plains.

• Spanish explorers searched areas of Texas to find wealth.

• Coronado led an unsuccessful expedition in Texas.

According to the map, Spanish missions were located -

• in the Panhandle.

• along the ocean.

• near mountains.

• near rivers.

Why was Stephen F. Austin's colony successful in the early 1800s? Select TWO correct answers.

• He forced people from Louisiana to move to his colony.

• He chose land with trees and access to rivers and streams.

• He worked alongside the army to secure new settlements in Texas.

• He spoke, wrote, and read English and Spanish.

• He constructed a railroad line to connect his colony to other major cities.

Why did Stephen F. Austin choose land along rivers for his colony?

• For easy access to the ocean

• For good soil and fresh water

• To avoid other settlers

• To build a large city

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What did settlers receive for a small fee in Stephen F. Austin's colony?

• A small house

• A large piece of land

• A herd of cattle

• A boat

The purpose of the Texas Declaration of Independence was to list the _______ of Texas citizens and express their desire to be an independent _______.

• city

• complaints

• celebrations

• nation

• achievements

What is the significance of the San Jacinto Monument?

• It marks the place of the final battle of the Texas Revolution where Sam Houston's forces captured Santa Anna.

• It is a symbol of courage of Texans during the Texas Revolution even though the Texans lost the battle.

• It is the location of the first Texas state capital.

• It commemorates the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

What does the Alamo symbolize?

• The place of the final battle of the Texas Revolution where Sam Houston's forces captured Santa Anna.

• Symbol of courage of Texans during the Texas Revolution even though the Texans lost the battle.

• The first Texas state capital.

• The signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

Which country became an independent nation ruling the territory of Texas following the revolt against Spanish rule?

• France

• Portugal

• Mexico

• Spain