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WorksheetsTexas Colonization/Road to Revolution
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 52mins
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Class
Date
1.
Which of the following was NOT a reason for the lack of success of the missions?
a)
Native Americans did not accept the teachings of the Spanish.
b)
Most Native Americans did not know how to farm and hunt.
c)
Outside tribes attacked the missions.
d)
Many Native Americans died from disease.
2.
Which of the following was NOT a purpose of the mission system?
a)
To teach Spanish customs to the Native Americans.
b)
To protect the Native Americans from the French.
c)
To teach Christianity to the Native Americans.
d)
To help the Spanish hold their land.
3.
By the 1700s, Spain had very little control over its land in the New World. Therefore...
a)
a revolution occurred in New Spain.
b)
the mission-presidio system was established.
c)
settlers from Canada were invited to settle in New Spain.
d)
a war was declared against the Native Americans.
4.
The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from what country? (LT 1)
a)
Great Britain
b)
France
c)
Russia
d)
Spain
5.
What was significant about the Louisiana Purchase? (LT 1)
a)
Reduced British control of North America
b)
Focused the United States on westward expansion
c)
Extended United States control over Spain
d)
Decreased tensions with Native American Indians
6.
What's significant about 1718? (LT 16)
a)
Alamo was built.
b)
The U.S. purchased the Louisiana Territory.
c)
Cortes discovered present day Mexico
d)
Mexico declared their Constitution
7.
What's the definition of militia? (LT 17)
a)
A group of citizens acting as a military force
b)
A white person living in the U.S. & who isn't Hispanic
c)
Land agent whose job it was to bring new settlers to an area
d)
government in which people elect representatives
8.
Mexico gained its independence from Spain in: (LT 16)
a)
1824
b)
1803
c)
1819
d)
1821
9.
An unfair tax and class system in Spain led to: (LT 2)
a)
the birth of a new Nation
b)
New Spain demanding equal treatment form Spain
c)
New Spain seeking to join the US
d)
An uncessful revolf by New Spain
10.
What is significant about the year 1824? (LT 16)
a)
Mexican Independence
b)
Mexican Constitution
c)
Purchase of Louisiana
d)
The year Moses Austin asked permission to settle in Texas
11.
What's the definition of empresario? (LT 16)
a)
A group of citizens acting as a military force
b)
Land agent whose job it was to bring new settlers to an area
c)
A white person living in the U.S. & who isn't Hispanic
d)
government in which people elect representatives
12.
The person MOST responsible for the settlement of Texas with Americans is? (LT 5)
a)
Viceroy Martinez
b)
Moses Austin
c)
Stephen F. Austin
d)
Baron de Bastrop
13.
Texas settlers liked the new Mexican Constitution. Why? (LT 6)
a)
It was similar to the British Constitution they were used to
b)
It was similar to the US Constitution
c)
It gave new settlers the freedom of religion similar to US
d)
They didn't like it
14.
The Constitution of 1824 created the state of Coahuila y Tejas. What did this eventually cause? (LT 6)
a)
An end to immigration to the region.
b)
Political tensions that divided the region.
c)
The spread of slavery further into Mexico.
d)
Increased conflicts with Native American tribes.
15.
Why did Governor Martinez refuse to allow Moses Austin to bring colonists into Texas? (LT 4)
a)
He did not think Austin was qualified in making land deals.
b)
Austin had a reputation for not following through on agreements.
c)
Austin was an American and the Mexican government did not trust Americans.
d)
He knew that Austin was sick and would not be able to carry out his plans.
16.
What kept many Mexicans from wanting to move to Texas? (LT 3)
a)
It was too expensive
b)
None of their relatives lived there
c)
They were in danger of being attacked by Indians
d)
It was too close to the United States.
17.
How Austin respond to the Indian attacks? (LT 5)
a)
Asked for help from the U.S.
b)
Formed a militia, called them the Texas Rangers
c)
They moved further away from Indian territory
d)
They tried to make peace with the Indians by trading with them.
18.
The federal constitution of 1824 turned Mexico into a republic. During this time, Mexico was reorganized and ____________ was created. (LT 6)
a)
San Felipe
b)
San Antonio
c)
settled land
d)
Coahuila y Texas
19.
Which of the following correctly lists the events in chronological order? (LT 6)
a)
- Empresarios were granted contracts
- Moses Austin was given permission to settle in Texas
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
- Moses Austin was given permission to settle in Texas
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
b)
- Moses Austin was given permission to settle in Texas
- Empresarios were granted contracts
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
- Empresarios were granted contracts
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
c)
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
- Empresarios were granted contracts
- Moses Austin was given permission to settle in Texas
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
- Empresarios were granted contracts
- Moses Austin was given permission to settle in Texas
d)
- Moses Austin was given permission to settle in Texas
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Empresarios were granted contracts
- Mexico gained independence from Spain
- Mexican Constitution of 1824 was drafted
- Empresarios were granted contracts
20.
All of the following are cultural differences of the Texas settlers and native Mexicans EXCEPT: (LT 7)
a)
Their ideas about slavery
b)
The language(s) they spoke
c)
Their feelings about joining the militia
d)
Their religion
21.
What effect did Tejano culture have on Texas history? (LT 7)
a)
It has little influence because the Tejas were a small group of people.
b)
It had little influence because it disappeared after the Spanish Colonial era.
c)
It caused conflict because the music and food were offensive to other groups.
d)
It had a long-term impact and is still strong in Texas today.
22.
Long before they flew over the theme park by that name, six actual flags flew over Texas. Those six flags DO NOT include:
a)
Spain
b)
Great Britain
c)
France
d)
Mexico
23.
Little did the Spanish know what they were getting into when they granted permission to which US citizen to bring the first American settlers to Texas? (LT 4)
a)
Sam Houston
b)
Moses Austin
c)
Stephen F. Austin
d)
Davy Crockett
24.
Why did many Americans and Mexicans migrate to Mexican Texas in the 1820's? (LT 3)
a)
To gain religious freedom.
b)
To build missions and forts.
c)
To search for cities of gold.
d)
To find cheap farmland.
25.
Why were most Texas land grants located in east and central Texas? (LT 3)
a)
Land in the west and northwest Texas was claimed by France.
b)
Indians had been pushed out of these areas.
c)
It was a prime location for establishing plantations.
d)
Mexican officials wanted to settle areas closest to the US.
26.
What physical feature is most important when starting a colony? (LT 5)
a)
Mountains
b)
Lake
c)
River
d)
Valley
27.
What were some problems that Austin's Colony faced? (LT 5)
a)
Not enough land
b)
Too humid
c)
Drought
d)
Hurricanes
28.
What nationalities were brought into Texas? (LT 5)
a)
Anglo-Americans only
b)
African Americans only
c)
Mexicans only
d)
Anglo-Americans, Mexicans, and African Americans
29.
The following are all requirements for American settlers in Texas EXCEPT: (LT 6)
a)
They must be Catholic
b)
They must show proof of good moral character
c)
They were required to bring slaves with them
d)
They had to follow the Colonization Laws
30.
Why were Spanish officials worried about the number of Americans settling in Texas? (LT 6)
a)
They feared that Americans would outnumber Spaniards and eventually take control of the territory.
b)
They were concerned that Americans would turn the Native Americans away from the Catholic Church.
c)
They thought that Texas would become overpopulated.
d)
They were convinced that Americans would attempt to enslave Spanish citizens.
31.
In which region were most successful land grants in Texas located? (LT 3)
a)
Mountain and Basin
b)
Coastal Plains
c)
Great Plains
d)
Central Plains
32.
Why were most Texas land grants located in the east and central Texas? (LT 3)
a)
Land in west and northwest Texas was claimed by France
b)
Close to the capital of Spain and Mexico
c)
It was a prime location for establishing plantations and ranches
d)
Mexican officials wanted to settle areas closest to the United States
33.
Which of the following is a contribution of Stephen F. Austin to the development of Texas? (LT 5)
a)
He established a mission at Galveston Bay
b)
He explored the Rio Grande and West Texas
c)
He helped draft the United States Constitution in Washington D.C.
d)
He founded the first large Anglo colony in Texas
34.
How did Anglo colonization of Texas differ from Spanish colonization of Texas? (LT 3)
a)
Anglo settlers helped to build missions and presidios
b)
Anglo settlers followed empresarios with land grants
c)
Anglo settlers hoped to claim land for the United States
d)
Anglo settlers introduced Starbucks to to Mexico
35.
All of the following are TRUE of the Fredonian Rebellion EXCEPT: (LT 8)
a)
it was the first conflict between the Texas settlers and the Mexican government
b)
it proved the loyalty of SFA and his militia to Mexico
c)
it was perceived as an American threat to take Texas from Mexico
d)
it caused more tensions between Texans, Mexicans and Native Americans
36.
What was Mier y Teran doing in Texas? (LT 9)
a)
Leading an Army against the settlers
b)
Collecting taxes from the settlers
c)
Inspecting Texas settlements for Mexico
d)
He was on vacation
37.
The Mier y Teran Report showed the ratio of Anglo settlers to Mexican settlers was... (LT 9)
a)
2 : 1
b)
5 : 1
c)
10 : 1
d)
4 : 1
38.
Mier y Teran was concerned that... (LT 9)
a)
Too many people from Mexico were moving to the state of Couhila y Texas
b)
There was too much trade between Texas and Mexico
c)
The United States was gaininig influence in East Texas
d)
Too many people were like Stephen F. Austin
39.
The Law of April 6, 1830 was the effect of which cause? (LT 10)
a)
Stephen F. Austin being arrested.
b)
Mier y Teran's report
c)
the start of the Fredonian Rebellion
d)
the Battle of Gonzales
40.
The Decree (LAW) of April 6, 1830 —
-stopped immigration from the United States
-used generous land grants to encourage Mexican and European families to come to Texas
-placed customs duties on goods made in foreign nations
Which is the MOST likely reason this decree was an important link in the chain of events leading to the Texas Revolution? (LT 10)
-stopped immigration from the United States
-used generous land grants to encourage Mexican and European families to come to Texas
-placed customs duties on goods made in foreign nations
Which is the MOST likely reason this decree was an important link in the chain of events leading to the Texas Revolution? (LT 10)
a)
It stopped the colonies in Texas from growing.
b)
It made the Texas colonists suspicious of one another.
c)
It threatened the prosperity of the Texas colonies.
d)
It enabled the Mexican government to interfere in the lives of Texas colonists.
41.
The Decree of April 6, 1830, placed taxes on foreign goods coming into Texas.
How did this AFFECT the coming of the Texas Revolution? (LT 10)
How did this AFFECT the coming of the Texas Revolution? (LT 10)
a)
It stopped the growth of Texas colonies.
b)
It hurt the economic development of colonies.
c)
It made Texans suspicious of one another.
d)
It increased trade with the United States
42.
In which document did the Texans declare that they supported Santa Anna? (LT 11)
a)
Constitution of 1932
b)
Mexican Constitution of 1824
c)
Constitution of 1833
d)
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
43.
What happened at Anahuac?
a)
Edwards request proof of land titles
b)
William B Travis and Patrick Jack are unlawfully arrested and thrown in Jail
c)
Texans made camp near Turtle Bayou to obtain a cannon
d)
Travis pledged to pay all taxes imposed by Mexico
44.
Both the Constitutions of 1832 and 1833 did which of the following actions? (LT 12)
a)
were supported by Santa Anna.
b)
angered the Texans and made them want to fight Mexico.
c)
drafted resolutions requesting changes in the Mexican government.
d)
created a Constitution for a seperate state in Mexico
45.
Who was arrested for treason because he wrote in a letter that Texas should organize a state government separate from Coahuila? (LT 13)
a)
Stephen F. Austin
b)
Hayden Edwards
c)
Mier y Teran
d)
Santa Anna
46.
Why was Stephen F. Austin imprisoned? (LT 13)
a)
He allowed non-Catholics to move into his colony.
b)
He threatened to overthrow the Mexican government.
c)
He lied to government officials about the Conventions of 1832 and 1833.
d)
He wrote a letter suggesting that Texas form its own state government.
47.
What was the MOST SIGNIFICANT result of SFA's arrest by Mexico? (LT 13)
a)
IT confirmed Santa Anna had become a dictator
b)
It caused the Texans to immediately declare independence from Mexico
c)
It drastically increased tensions between Texas and Mexico, leading to war
d)
It scared the Texans into diligently following all of Mexico's rules/laws
48.
What event caused Stephen F. Austin to make this statement? (LT 13)
a)
His journey to Texas
b)
His imprisonment in Mexico
c)
The colonist were angry with him
d)
His imprisonment in the U.S.
49.
Which of the choices below best describes the differences between the Texas colonists and the Mexican government? (LT 15)
a)
The colonists wanted self government and Mexico had a strong military government where the Catholic church had a lot of power.
b)
The colonists were used to being ruled by the military and Mexico had a system of self government.
c)
The colonists wanted the Catholic church to have a stronger role in government and Mexico strongly believed in the separation of church and state.
d)
The Mexican government was democratic and the colonists wanted a centralist form of government.
50.
Santa claimed to be a ___________ but he was a ____________. (LT 14)
a)
Texan / Mexican
b)
Anglo / Tejano
c)
President / Dictator
d)
Federalist / Centralist
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