Stephen F. Austin

Who was responsible for fulfilling his father's dying wish to colonize Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Governor Martinez

• Erasmo Seguin

• Baron de Bastrop

What was the main reason the Spanish government gave land to American settlers?

• To ensure loyalty to Spain

• To increase agricultural production

• To promote trade with the United States

• To spread Catholicism

Which rivers did Stephen F. Austin choose for his colony's location?

• Brazos and Colorado River

• Mississippi and Missouri River

• Rio Grande and Pecos River

• Trinity and Red River

How many acres would a free man receive for joining the colony?

• 640 acres

• 320 acres

• 160 acres

• 80 acres

What additional requirement was placed on American colonists besides paying for land?

• Learn to speak Spanish and convert to Catholicism

• Serve in the Spanish military

• Pay taxes to the Spanish government

• Build a church in the colony

What was the cost per acre that Stephen F. Austin charged the colonists?

• 12 and 1/2 cents

• 10 cents

• 15 cents

• 20 cents

What action did the passage suggest you take after learning the Mexican Revolution was successful?

• Travel to Mexico City to argue with the new government

• Return to the United States and start a law practice

• Ask Baron de Bastrop for help in getting a new grant

• Abandon the colonization effort entirely