San Antonio Missions Knowledge Assessment

The video explores the five missions of San Antonio, starting with Mission Concepcion, known for its preservation. It highlights the historical significance and architectural details of each mission, including Mission San Jose, the largest in North America, and Mission San Juan, known for its rustic life and burial grounds. The video concludes with Mission Espada, the first mission in Texas, emphasizing the importance of these sites in Texas history.

What is the best-preserved mission site in San Antonio?

• Mission Concepcion

• Mission San Juan

• Mission San Jose

• Mission Espada

Why were the Spanish missionaries sent to South Texas?

• To explore new lands

• To convert the native population into Spanish citizens

• To find gold

• To establish trade routes

What is Mission San Jose known for?

• Being the largest mission in North America

• Being the smallest mission

• Having the most original structures

• Having the oldest church

What was added to Mission San Jose about a year ago?

• A new dome

• A golden altar

• A fresco painting

• A new bell tower

Which mission has a designated holy burial ground?

• Mission San Jose

• Mission San Juan

• Mission Concepcion

• Mission Espada

What was a significant cause of death among the native population in the missions?

• Famine

• War

• Disease

• Natural disasters

What is the Spanish Aqueduct known for?

• Being the longest aqueduct in Texas

• Connecting all five missions

• Carrying water to the missions and their crops

• Being a modern water supply system

Which mission was the first to be established in Texas?

• Mission San Juan

• Mission Concepcion

• Mission Espada

• Mission San Jose

What is the significance of the five missions of San Antonio?

• They are the largest missions in the world

• They represent an important part of Texas history

• They are the oldest missions in the United States

• They were all built in the 1800s

What is the purpose of the video tutorial?

• To promote tourism in San Antonio

• To educate about the history of San Antonio missions

• To provide a virtual tour of Texas

• To discuss the architecture of the missions