Spanish Expedition to New Mexico Quiz

Who was chosen to lead the new expedition to New Mexico?

• Hernán Cortés

• Francisco Pizarro

• Don Juan de Oñate

• Christopher Columbus

What was Don Juan de Oñate's background before leading the expedition?

• He was a sailor

• He was a farmer

• He was a political leader and had fought Indians

• He was a merchant

How many Franciscan priests were included in the expedition?

• 5 priests

• 10 priests

• 15 priests

• 20 priests

What was the purpose of the Franciscan priests in the expedition?

• To trade goods

• To serve settlers and convert Indians

• To build churches

• To write a journal

How many wagons were used to carry supplies for the expedition?

• 50 wagons

• 60 wagons

• 83 wagons

• 100 wagons

What did the Spanish hope to find in New Mexico?

• A new ocean

• A wealthy empire

• A new species of animal

• A new type of plant

What did the pioneers do when they reached the Rio del Norte?

• They celebrated and offered prayers of thanks.

• They turned back to Mexico City.

• They built a fort.

• They planted crops.

What does "Los Charcos del Perillo" mean?

• The pools of the little dog

• The river of the brave

• The hills of the journey

• The path of the pioneers

What did the dog with muddy paws lead the group to?

• A small pool of water

• A hidden village

• A treasure

• A safe path

Why was it difficult for the Pueblo Indians to meet the demands of the Spanish?

• They had limited resources

• They were at war

• They were nomadic

• They were isolated