Ch. 10 Test: “Manifest Destiny”—The Push to the West

What was the main goal of the Franciscan missions in California led by Fray Junipero Serra?

• To introduce European education systems

• To convert native populations to Christianity and teach them European skills

• To establish a new economic system

• To create military alliances with native populations

Why did the California Indians struggle with the concept of Catholicism?

• They were familiar with European languages

• They worshipped many spirits instead of one God

• They preferred their own educational systems

• They were opposed to all religious beliefs

What impact did European diseases have on the native populations in the missions?

• Increased their population

• Made them stronger and more resilient

• Led to significant fatalities

• Had no effect on them

How did some Californios treat the native Indians?

• With respect and equality

• As equals in trade and commerce

• Like slaves

• As military allies

What prophecy did Fray Magín Catalá make regarding California?

• That it would remain under Spanish rule

• That a new flag from the east would come with different people

• That the Californios would adopt Indian customs

• That the missions would become economically prosperous

When did Spain first establish missions in Téjas (Texas)?

• 1821

• 1845

• 1690

• 1836

What conditions were placed on Stephen Austin's settlers by the Mexican government?

• They must pay taxes to the Spanish crown

• They had to convert to the Catholic Faith

• They should engage in trade with native tribes

• They were required to learn Spanish

Why did the "Texians" object to Mexican law?

• It was based on French legal principles

• It conflicted with American customs

• They preferred the Spanish laws

• It encouraged industrial development

What led to the Battle of San Jacinto?

• A peaceful protest by the Texians

• Sam Houston's desire to capture Santa Anna

• The Texians' call for independence from Mexico

• A decree by the Mexican government to disarm the Texians

What was Jedediah Strong Smith known for?

• Writing a detailed history of the Texian struggle

• Being a skilled diplomat between the U.S. and Mexico

• Discovering a route from the Rocky Mountains into California

• Leading the first group of settlers to Oregon