TX Studies - Exam 1 review

The Natural Texas and Its People era is the earliest era in Texas history. What major event began during this time?

• The time when Spanish missionaries arrived in Texas
• The period when Paleo Indians first arrived and established hunting-gathering societies
• The signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence
• The time of the Texas Revolution, when the Republic of Texas fought for independence

What is an era in historical terms?

• A single important event in history
• A specific date when something happened
• A distinct period of time marked by particular characteristics or events
• A person who made significant contributions to history

Which descriptions best fit the Coastal Plains region in Texas? (SELECT 2 ANSWERS)

• The region is home to cattle ranching and Big Bend National Park.
• The region is home to several military bases and manufacturing.
• The region is home to many large urban centers.
• The region is characterized by many water sources and heavy precipitation.
• The region is characterized by canyons, aquifers, and plateaus.

Which Texas Region receives the most rainfall?

• Mountains & Basins

• Great Plains

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

What is a characteristic of the Great Plains?

• The Great Plains has the lowest elevation

• The Great Plains has fertile soil for farms

• The Great Plains has rolling hills & Texas Panhandle

• The Great Plains has a higher population density

El Paso is located on which River?

• Red River

• Sabine River

• Trinity River

• Rio Grande River

Since the first Texans were nomadic, how did they get food?

• They farmed and grew all their food
• They hunted and gathered
• They traded for food with distant groups
• They stayed in one place and only hunted animals near their camps

Which native tribe was nomadic & made canoes for fishing in the gulf?

• Apache
• Jumano
• Caddo
• Karankawa

All of the statements about the Caddo are True EXCEPT:

• They built dome-shaped Wickiups
• They Farmed for the majority of their food
• They were the most advanced society
• They followed and hunted the buffalo

Which river forms a natural border on the South West of Texas & Mexico?

• Rio Grande River
• Red River
• Sabine River
• Trinity River