Mission Life

Why did American Indians live in the missions?

• They took a vote.

• They preferred to live there.

• The missions were in good locations.

• They had a hard time feeding their families.

How many missions are there in the California chain?

The Apaches wanted the Spanish to build missions for the Indians to live in because -

• they thought the soldiers would protect them.

• they were offered free food.

• there was no place to live.

• they wanted to become Christians.

How were pueblos different from presidios and missions?

The crops at the mission are

• at where the food is kept

• the food grown (wheat, corn, vegetables)

• the most important resource at the mission

The sacristy is

• the place where weapons were stored and look-outs were on alert.

• the place where supplies for mass were kept.

• the most important building at the mission.

• where grain and wheat were stored.

What are some challenges the American Indians faced while living at the missions? Check all that apply.

• The Spaniards were cruel and would beat the American Indians.

• The work schedule was strict and there was a lot of work.

• The American Indians were worried that their traditions, way of life, and language were being lost.

Do you think the mission experience was positive for the Indians?

• Yes! They learned many new skills

• No! They were treated poorly and forced to live a different way of life

• Yes and No!

The missions were mainly built by which group?

• Spaniards

• Native Americans

What was the primary purpose of the missions in the context of 'Mission Life'?

• To convert indigenous people to Christianity

• To establish trade routes

• To explore new territories

• To build military forts