Cultures and Settlements of Texas

Compare the primary food sources of the Gulf and Plains American Indians in Texas prior to European colonization.

• The Gulf Indians primarily relied on agriculture, while the Plains Indians were hunter-gatherers.

• The Gulf Indians were hunter-gatherers, while the Plains Indians primarily relied on agriculture.

• Both the Gulf and Plains Indians primarily relied on agriculture.

• Both the Gulf and Plains Indians were hunter-gatherers.

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TX.SOC.7.2.A

What was the primary purpose of Spanish settlement in Texas?

• To establish trade routes with Native American tribes.

• To spread Christianity and establish missions.

• To find gold and other precious metals.

• To create a buffer zone against French expansion.

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TX.SOC.7.2.F

Identify a key difference between the Puebloan and Southeastern American Indian cultures in Texas prior to European colonization.

• The Puebloans lived in permanent adobe structures, while the Southeastern tribes lived in temporary shelters.

• The Puebloans were nomadic, while the Southeastern tribes practiced agriculture.

• The Puebloans practiced agriculture, while the Southeastern tribes were primarily hunter-gatherers.

• The Puebloans lived in teepees, while the Southeastern tribes lived in longhouses.

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TX.SOC.7.2.A

Which of the following was a method used by Anglo settlers to establish communities in Texas?

• Establishing missions to convert Native Americans.

• Creating ranches and farms for agriculture.

• Building forts to protect against Native American attacks.

• Establishing trade posts for fur trading.

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TX.SOC.7.2.F

Pretend you are creating a thematic map that represents the population growth in Texas from the 19th to the 21st century. Which of the following elements is essential for this map?

• A legend indicating different population densities.

• A timeline of major historical events.

• A list of all Texas governors.

• A chart of Texas's economic growth.

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TX.SOC.7.21.A

What was a common method of settlement used by Mexican settlers in Texas?

• Establishing missions and presidios.

• Creating large plantations for cash crops.

• Building trading posts along rivers.

• Establishing mining towns.

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TX.SOC.7.2.F

Contrast the economic activities of the Gulf and Southeastern American Indians in Texas prior to European colonization.

• The Gulf Indians focused on fishing, while the Southeastern tribes focused on agriculture.

• The Gulf Indians were primarily traders, while the Southeastern tribes were hunters.

• The Gulf Indians were primarily hunters, while the Southeastern tribes were traders.

• Both the Gulf and Southeastern Indians focused on agriculture.

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TX.SOC.7.2.A

Which of the following was a primary reason for Anglo settlement in Texas?

• To establish a new government independent of Mexico.

• To find new agricultural land.

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity.

• To explore new trade routes.

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TX.SOC.7.2.F

Interpret the following chart: "Texas Population Growth from 1800 to 2000." What trend does the chart most likely show?

• A steady decline in population.

• A rapid increase in population during the 20th century.

• A stable population with little change.

• A rapid increase in population during the 19th century.

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TX.SOC.7.21.A

What was the primary method of settlement used by Spanish settlers in Texas?

• Establishing missions and presidios.

• Building large cities and urban centers.

• Creating small, independent farms.

• Establishing trade routes with Native American tribes.

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TX.SOC.7.2.F