Fort Matanzas Quiz

What was the primary purpose of Fort Matanzas when it was built?

• To act as a watchtower for coastal defense

• To be a religious site

• To serve as a residential palace

• To function as a trading post

What does the name 'Matanzas' mean in Spanish?

• Victory

• Slaughter

• Fortress

• River

Who was the Spanish General responsible for capturing Fort Caroline?

• Francisco Pizarro

• Pedro Menendez de Aviles

• Hernan Cortes

• Christopher Columbus

What material was primarily used in the construction of Fort Matanzas?

• Sandstone

• Granite

• Limestone

• Coquina

What is the current status of Fort Matanzas?

• A commercial museum

• A military base

• A National Monument

• A private residence