California's Spanish Missions Quiz

Match the vocabulary term to the correct definition: Rancho ____

• Spanish word for ranches; large pieces of land

• Part of a church where the bells are; bell tower

• Walled forts used to protect property

• Places or buildings where religious work is done

• Attempts to end someone’s authority

Match the vocabulary term to the correct definition: Belfry ____

• Walled forts used to protect property

• Part of a church where the bells are; bell tower

• Places or buildings where religious work is done

• Spanish word for ranches; large pieces of land

• Attempts to end someone’s authority

Match the vocabulary term to the correct definition: Revolt ____

• c. Places or buildings where religious work is done

• d. Attempts to end someone’s authority

• b. Walled forts used to protect property

• e. Spanish word for ranches; large pieces of land

• a. Part of a church where the bells are; bell tower

Match the vocabulary term to the correct definition: Traditions ____

• Places or buildings where religious work is done

• Attempts to end someone’s authority

• Ways of thinking or doing something that have been done by a particular group for a long time

• Part of a church where the bells are; bell tower

• Walled forts used to protect property

What region were most of the missions located in?

• Mountain

• Coastal

• Desert

• Central Valley

How did geography affect the missions?

• The weather made it difficult to live comfortably.

• Trees were the most important resources that were needed.

• Missions were all built on the highest points in the area.

• The climate had to be mild to raise crops and animals.

Which of the following was a primary purpose of the missions?

• To explore new territories

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity

• To establish trade routes

• To build military forts

Which of the following best describes the daily life at a mission?

• Relaxed and leisurely

• Focused on religious and agricultural work

• Primarily involved in trade

• Centered around military training

What was the role of the Spanish priests in the missions?

• To lead military expeditions

• To teach and convert the Native Americans

• To manage trade with other countries

• To build fortifications

Which of the following was a challenge faced by the missions?

• Frequent attacks by pirates

• Harsh weather conditions

• Lack of water resources

• Isolation from other settlements