Semester 1 Review

During which era of Texas history were missions and presidios established?

• Spanish Colonial Era

• Republic Era

• Civil War Era

• Modern Era

The 'X' on the map marks which body of water that borders Texas?

• Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America is also acceptable)

• Pacific Ocean

• Lake Michigan

• Atlantic Ocean

Which number on the map represents the Mountains & Basins Region of Texas?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which tribe of Texas Indians is being described in the box above?

• The Caddo

• The Comanche

• The Apache

• The Karankawa

Why was Piñeda’s voyage in 1519 important to Texas history?

• His expedition was the first to map the northern Gulf Coast, including the Texas coast.

• He established the first Spanish settlement in Texas.

• He discovered gold along the Texas coast.

• He led the first successful mission to convert Native Americans in Texas.

The Columbian Exchange affected the people of Europe and Africa in which of the following ways?

• It introduced new foods and crops to Europe and led to the forced migration of enslaved Africans.

• It resulted in the complete isolation of Europe and Africa from the Americas.

• It caused the immediate end of all trade between Europe and Africa.

• It led to the spread of European languages throughout Africa and Europe.

What is the significance of the year 1821 to Texas history?

• Mexico (which included Texas) won independence from Spain.

• Texas became a state in the United States.

• The Alamo was built in San Antonio.

• Stephen F. Austin brought the first settlers to Texas.

Which empresario is known as the “Father of Texas”?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Moses Austin

• Martin De Leon

• Green DeWitt

Why did Mexico pass the law of April 6, 1830?

• To slow down immigration from the United States and to better control the settlers living there.

• To encourage trade with European countries.

• To promote settlement by Native Americans.

• To increase agricultural production in Texas.

What would be the best title for this timeline?

• Events leading to the Texas Revolution

• Major Battles of the Civil War

• Key Inventions of the Industrial Revolution

• Important Treaties in U.S. History