Early Settlements in Texas

Why did Europeans explore and settle in Texas?

• scientific research
• cultural exchange
• economic opportunity
• entertainment

Which European country had Spanish explorers in Texas?

• England
• Spain
• France
• Portugal

Who was a famous Spanish explorer in Texas?

• Cabeza de Vaca
• Christopher Columbus
• Jacques Cartier
• Hernan Cortes

Why did Cabeza de Vaca explore Texas?

• to spread Christianity
• to study plants and animals
• to find wealth and resources
• to search for a trade route

Who was an important French explorer in Texas?

• Martin de Leon
• Francisco Coronado
• Rene Robert Cavalier, Sieur de la Salle
• Stephen F. Austin

What did Rene Robert Cavalier, Sieur de la Salle want to establish in Texas?

• a school
• a mission
• a zoo
• a trading post

Which empresario is known for his impact on the settlement of Texas?

• Christopher Columbus
• Martin de Leon
• Hernan Cortes
• Pocohontas

What did Stephen F. Austin do in Texas?

• He was an empresario

• He was a chef
• He was famous artist.
• He was a musician.

What were some benefits of living in early Texas settlements?

• a lot of electricity
• comfortable homes
• opportunity for economic growth
• Fast transportation

Why did the Spanish establish missions in Texas?

• to provide houses
• to convert indigenous people to Christianity
• to build forts for protection
• to promote trading