GO Explorations in Texas History

Why is Pineda's expedition considered significant in the history of Texas?

• It led to the discovery of gold in Texas

• It resulted in the establishment of a major colony

• It introduced new crops to the region

• It was the first documented European exploration of the Texas coast

What is one reason historians might consider Coronado's expedition a success?

• He found a new sea route.

• He brought back riches to Spain.

• He claimed a large area of land for Spain.

• He established a new language.

Why did the Spanish increase their exploration and settlement activities in eastern Texas after LaSalle’s expedition?

• They wanted to establish trade with Native Americans.

• They were influenced by French success in the region.

• They feared French takeover of what they considered part of New Spain.

• They found valuable natural resources in eastern Texas.

What was the effect of missions providing a dependable food supply to Native Americans?

• It allowed for permanent settlement

• It led to conflicts over resources

• It caused tribes to abandon agriculture

• It reduced the need for hunting

What year did Alonso Alvarez de Pineda conduct his expedition?

• 1492

• 1519

• 1534

• 1607

Which statement best describes the success of Fort St. Louis?

• It thrived as a permanent settlement.

• It became the center of French trade in Texas.

• It was a temporary settlement that failed to last.

• It was captured by the Spanish soon after it was established.

What was one of the main reasons some Native Americans agreed to live on missions?

• To learn new farming techniques

• To trade with Europeans

• For protection from enemies

• To find new hunting grounds

What was a consequence of the cultural changes imposed by the missions?

• Loss of traditional cultures and ways of life

• Increased trade with European settlers

• Improved relations with neighboring tribes

• Greater economic independence

What was one of the major outcomes of La Salle's exploration of the Mississippi River valley?

• Establishment of British colonies in the region

• Continuation of French trading activity with Native Americans into the 1800s

• Decline of Spanish influence in North America

• Discovery of gold mines in the area

How did Europeans increase their knowledge of Texas in 1519?

• Alonso Álvarez de Pineda of Spain mapped the Texas coastline.

• Alonso Álvarez de Pineda of Spain was the first European to see Texas.

• Juan Ponce De León and Diego Veláquez were the first Europeans to see Texas.

• Juan Ponce De León and Diego