Early Explorers of Oklahoma Quiz

Who was one of the first known explorers in Oklahoma?

• Juan de Oñate
• Francisco Vázquez de Coronado

What was Francisco Vázquez de Coronado searching for during his expedition?

• The Mississippi River
• The Seven Cities of Gold

What impact did Coronado's expedition have on Oklahoma?

• It helped map the region
• It established permanent settlements

Which explorer traveled through Oklahoma in the late 1600s?

• Juan de Oñate
• Christopher Columbus

What was one of the main goals of Juan de Oñate's travels?

• To find new trade routes
• To spread Spanish influence

Which Native American tribe did Oñate meet during his travels?

• Cherokee
• Wichita

What was René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle known for?

• Claiming the Mississippi River basin
• Mapping the Great Plains

How did the French explorers affect Native American tribes?

• By trading with them
• By creating conflicts

What nickname was John C. Frémont known by?

• The Pathfinder
• The Explorer

In which decade did John C. Frémont lead his expeditions?

• 1700s
• 1800s