Texas Concepts in History

Why did explorers look for gold?

• To find new lands

• To gain wealth and make their country richer

• To spread Christianity

• To gain fame and power

What did explorers hope to find in the new lands?

• New cultures

• Gold, silver, and other valuable resources

• New languages

• New animals

Which country wanted to become richer by sending explorers to claim land?

• France

• England

• Spain

• Portugal

What did explorers and countries want to gain by discovering new lands?

• Fame and power

• New languages

• New animals

• New cultures

What did kings and queens want to control by exploring new lands?

• New languages

• New animals

• New lands to increase their influence and expand their empires

• New cultures

What was the role of missionaries in exploration?

• To find new lands

• To spread Christianity and teach native populations

• To gain fame and power

• To gather resources

What did explorers hope to gain by spreading their religion?

• New lands

• New languages

• New animals

• New followers

What impact did La Salle’s expedition have on Spain?

• It caused Spain to become more interested in colonizing Texas to keep the French out.

• It led to the discovery of gold in Texas.

• It resulted in a peace treaty with France.

• It caused Spain to abandon its claims in Texas.

What were the three main reasons European explorers came to Texas?

• Gold, glory, and God

• Gold, silver, and spices

• Land, power, and trade

• Adventure, fame, and wealth

What did explorers and countries want by claiming new lands?

• Fame and power

• Peace and prosperity

• Trade and commerce

• Art and culture