Texas History: Spanish Mission System and Settlement

Texas History: Spanish Mission System and Settlement

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the changing landscape of the United States, focusing on the colonization of Texas. Initially controlled by Spain, Texas was settled through the mission system, which aimed to convert Native Americans to Catholicism. However, the missions were largely unsuccessful. Moses Austin and later his son Stephen Austin played key roles in colonizing Texas. After Mexico gained independence from Spain, it continued colonization efforts through the impresario system. Tensions rose as American settlers in Texas resisted Mexican regulations, leading to concerns about American influence and potential annexation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the Spanish mission system in Texas?

To establish trade routes

To explore new territories

To build military forts

To convert Native Americans to Catholicism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the failure of the Spanish mission system in Texas?

Lack of funding

Resistance from Native Americans

Poor leadership

Harsh climate

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for continuing the settlement efforts in Texas after Moses Austin's death?

Davy Crockett

Sam Houston

Stephen F. Austin

James Bowie

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Stephen F. Austin play in the settlement of Texas under Mexican rule?

He was a missionary

He was an impresario recruiting settlers

He was a military leader

He was a governor of Texas

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the year 1821 for Texas?

The Alamo was built

Mexico gained independence from Spain

Texas gained independence

The United States annexed Texas

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a requirement for settlers in Texas under Mexican law?

Surrendering American citizenship

Swearing allegiance to Mexico

Adopting Protestantism

Holding land for seven years

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group of people were known as Tejanos?

Native American tribes

American settlers in Texas

Mexicans born in Texas

Spanish missionaries

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