Font size
WorksheetsCBA Review #2 - Texas History 2020
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
7.8A 7.21C
Which generalization about the establishment of towns is best supported by evidence on
the map?
Towns were mainly located along the Rio Grande River.
Towns developed in the mountainous regions of Texas.
Towns were well established before the building of the missions.
Towns tended to grow near the location of missions and presidios.
7.8B 7.21C
Analyzing the map above, which physical geographic feature influenced where the
missions and presidios were built in Texas?
Rivers
Mountains
Cities
Heavy rainfall
7.1A
Which of the following was characteristic of the Spanish Colonial Era in Texas?
Forts were built to protect American Indian tribes in Texas.
American Indian tribes were discouraged from settling in Texas.
Missions were built to confirm Spanish claims to the land in Texas.
Spanish explorers negotiated treaties to trade and travel safely in Texas.
7.1C
Which major Texas city was founded by Spanish colonists in 1718?
Corpus Christi
El Paso
Laredo
San Antonio
7.2B
Which motivation led early European explorers to investigate the Americas?
Desire to find gold
Desire to spread democracy
Desire to leave overcrowded cities
Desire to escape government monarchies
7.1C 7.21C
During which year does the event of the headline occur?
1519
1607
1658
1718
7.2C
Which group likely viewed the construction of new Spanish missions with suspicion?
Catholic priests
American Indian tribes
Conquistadors
Anglo settlers
7.2C
Fray Damián Massanet and Alonso De León led a successful expedition for Spain into East Texas in 1690. This expedition came about because the Spanish were concerned about —
settlers going missing in the region
slave rebellions occurring in the region
Indian tribes attacking missions in the region
French forces establishing settlements in the region
7.19C
In what way did the building of missions in Texas change the culture of the region?
Farming methods were changed.
Large areas of forests were cut down.
New religious traditions were introduced.
Rivers in southern parts of Texas were polluted.
7.1C
The year 1821 is important in the history of Texas because it was the year that
Austin was established as the capital of Texas
Moses Austin received permission to settle in Texas
Juan Seguín migrated to Texas with Mexican settlers
Spain granted independence to the colony of Mexico
7.2D
How did the State Colonization Law of 1825 contribute to the development of Texas?
It continued the empresario system in Texas.
It allowed English to be spoken in schools in Texas.
It granted Anglo settlers the right to establish schools.
It transferred land from Native American settlers to Anglo settlers.
7.2D
The Constitution of 1824 created the state of Coahuila and Texas. This merger of the two
geographic regions eventually resulted in —
an end to immigration to the region
political tensions that divided the region
the spread of slavery further into Mexico
increased conflicts with American Indian tribes
7.2D
The Gutierrez-Magee Expedition was formed to —
convince the United States to support Mexico
continue the rebellion started by Father Hidalgo
suppress any attempts by settlers to rebel in Texas
defend settlers from attacks from American Indians
7.2D Why did Philip Nolan concern Spanish leaders in Mexico?
He was suspected of plotting to claim land in Texas for the United States.
He was known for spying on Spanish activities for French forces in Lousiana.
He was responsible for stealing wild mustangs from northern Texas prairies.
He was thought to be helping pirates stash stolen gold along the Texas coast.
7.2D
Which filibuster was captured and executed in 1822 after leading an army into Nacogdoches and declaring Texas' independence from Spain?
Peter Bean
James Long
William Magee
Philip Nolan
7.2D
While the Mexican Federal Constitution of 1824 created a representative government in
Mexico, it specifically restricted the people’s right to —
own private property
start small businesses
freely practice any religion
settle north of the Rio Grande River
7.2E
As an American empresario, Green DeWitt was able to —
negotiate a treaty with the American Indian tribes
establish a colony near what is present-day Gonzales
continue the work that Moses Austin had started in Texas
join with Martin De León doubling the size of his land holdings
7.2E
Which of the following is a contribution of Stephen F. Austin to the development of Texas?
He established a mission at Galveston Bay.
He explored the Rio Grande and West Texas.
He helped draft the Mexican Constitution of 1824.
He founded the first large Anglo colony in Texas.
7.2F
Why did many Americans and Mexicans migrate to Mexican Texas in the 1820’s?
To gain religious freedom
To build missions and forts
To search for cities of gold
To find cheap farmland
7.2F
How did Anglo colonization of Texas differ from Spanish colonization of Texas?
Anglo settlers helped to build missions and presidios.
Anglo settlers followed empresarios with land grants.
Anglo settlers colonized along the border with Mexico.
Anglo settlers hoped to claim land for the United States.
7.8B 7.21C
As a result of the efforts of empresarios, how did the population of Texas change?
Indentured servants from Europe moved to Texas.
Enslaved African Americans were brought to Texas.
Mexican settlers outnumbered Anglo settlers in Texas.
Migrants from Europe populated Texas in large numbers.
7.19B
One way Mexican officials tried to maintain Mexican culture when issuing land grants to
Anglo empresarios was by —
introducing Spanish foods to the new settlers
requiring settlers to practice the Catholic religion
administering Spanish language tests to settlers
expecting Anglo settlers to wear Spanish clothing
7.1A
Why is Mexican National considered an era in Texas?
It is an organized segment of time in which both geographic causes and historical effects are notable on Texas history.
It is recognized by Mexicans as their only historical era.
It introduces the first contacts between all Mexicans and Texans.
It is the time that we are still living in today.
7.21A
In which region were the most successful land grants in Texas located?
Mountain and Basins
Great Plains
Coastal Plains
North Central Plains
7.1B
What was the importance of Alonso Alvarez de Pineda's exploration of the Texas coast in 1519?
His journey inspired conquistadors to explore what is now Texas.
He was the first European to explore and map what is now the Texas coastline.
He led explorers to an island near present-day Galveston.
His exploration included the first group of Europeans to find gold in what is now Texas.
7.1B
When the settlement at San Antonio was built in 1718, what was the significance of its location?
Its location near the Rio Grande made it closer to threaten French forts there.
It was the first time that native people wanted to live in missions.
Its location by the coast meant means nearness to water supplies.
Its midway location between the Rio Grande and East Texas made supplying the mission
easier.
7.18B
What effect did Tejano culture have on Texas history?
It has little influence because the Tejanos were a small group of people.
It had little influence because it disappeared after the Spanish Colonial era.
It caused conflict because the music and food were offensive to other groups.
It had a long-term impact and is still strong in Texas today.
7.1A
Which era do the above characteristics describe?
Natural Texas and Its People
Spanish Colonial
Mexican National
Texas Revolution
7.1B Which of the following best completes the diagram?
Texas gains its independence from Mexico
Moses Austin settles in Texas
Merger of Coahuila y Tejas
Mexico gains its independence from Spain
7.2D
Which statement best completes the diagram?
Mexico gained its independence
U.S. invades Texas
Spain arrests the revolutionary fighters
Mexicans are encouraged to participate in the revolution
7.9A
Settlers in the Austin colony adapted to the climate conditions in Texas by —
planting most of the land with bamboo
working only during the winter months
building homes with a central breezeway
constructing the first public swimming pools
7.2D
Father Miguel Hidalgo is credited for —
being Mexico’s first president
defeating the Mexicans in the Battle of Medina
sparking the Mexican War for Independence with El Grito de Dolores
granting Anglo settlers the most amount of land grants
7.2F Which of the following best completes the diagram?
large businesses
invasion by U.S. forces
missions
land grants
7.8A
Which row in the chart correctly matches each region of Texas to its description?
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
7.8B
Which river is described above?
Sabine River
Rio Grande River
Trinity River
Mississippi River
7.2C
What effect did the missions have on the Native American population in Texas?
War was declared by the native groups on the missions.
Diseases killed many of the native groups.
Many native groups moved to Mexico to get away from the missions.
Native Americans became wealthy selling their land to the Spanish.
7.2C All of the following are characteristics of the mission-building era in Texas except:
Forts were built to protect the missions
Missions were used as a way to claim land.
Native Americans were encouraged to learn carpentry and farming.
Native Americans were prevented from accepting Catholicism.
(a) is an individual who carries out unauthorized warfare against a foreign country. 7.22C
7.2E
Which of the following correctly fills in the blank?
Erasmo Seguin
Stephen F. Austin
Martin De Leon
Cabeza De Vaca
7.2C
Why did the missions in east Texas fail?
The French attacked and destroyed the missions
The Native Americans were not interested in them
The American colonists destroyed them
They were destroyed during the great storm
7.2D
How did the colonization laws of 1824 and 1825 affect Texas
It led to the empresario system (Stephen F. Austin, Green De Witt)
It led to a decreased interest in Texas
It forced Mexico to go to war with Canada
It allowed for french settlers to come Mexico
7.8A
Why were most of the colonies in the coastal plains?
the land was ideal for building farms because of the abundant water resources
The president wanted to get rid of land so Mexico had to sell it cheap
the land was closest to the United States
Mexico already had settlements elsewhere
7.2E
What was Stephen F. Austin’s impact on Texas
He settled 300 families known as the Old Three Hundred
He was captured as a spy
He founded the town of Victoria
He led a military uprising in Mexico
(a) is a land agent who brings new settlers to an area. 7.22A
7.2E
Why is Moses Austin significant to our study?
He was the first empresario to work with the Mexican government, but died before he could build a colony
He represented the Mexican government in the United States
He settled 1000 settlers in Texas
He attacked Mexico city
7.8B
Why did Stephen Austin choose the coastal plain between the Colorado River and the Brazos River as the site for his colony?
The land in the region was much less expensive than in neighboring areas.
The area already had many thriving settlements.
The United States already owned the region.
The region had rich soil, access to water, and a warm climate
7.2B
Which of the following best describes the defining characteristics of the Age of Contact in Texas History
Indian tribes were driven out of Texas by French settlers
Spanish and French explorers both claimed land in Texas
Spanish colonists abandon Texas
Spanish colonist sell Texas to the United States
7.2B
In the 1700’s and early 1800’s, which country threatened Spain’s claim to Texas and Mexico?
Italy
France
Germany
Guatamala
7.2D
Why was the Neutral ground so dangerous?
No country controlled the land so outlaws and smugglers lived there
Because it was a desert where nothing could survive
The illuminati started in the area
Because it was the best farmland and was often fought over
7.9A
If you were to build a mission in east Texas what materials would you most likely use
wood
rocks
plastic
metal
7.2C
What was the purpose of the missions?
to spread Judaism
to spread Atheism
to spread Hinduism
to spread Catholicism
7.2C
What slowed Spanish efforts to colonize many parts of Texas?
There was a focus on the creation of additional states.
Native Americans were constantly attacking settlements
Permission from the King was required for settlement.
Irrigation was needed to establish farms
7.2D
Father Hidalgo’s speech encourages Mexicans, Texans, and others to fight for independence
1776
1836
1810
1519
7.2C
The order of Spanish Mission development and settlement in Texas by area
Abilene, Nacogdoches, San Antonio
El Paso, East Texas, San Antonio
El Paso, Ysleta, Rio Grande
Amarillo, Palo Duro Canyon, Waxahachie
7.1A
Which of the following best defines characteristics of the Spanish Colonial Era in TX History
Spread of Catholicism w/ Missions hoping to colonize TX
Conquistadors seeking Gold and Glory that explored the area
Spanish and French explorers both claimed land in Texas
The establishment of Fort St Louis as a French win in Texas
7.2D
Led group of 300 rebels into Texas & captured the town of Nacogdoches declaring TX independent
Sam Houston
Dr. James Long
Stephen F. Austin
Moses Austin
7.2D What was Mexico's view on Slavery?
Could care less.
They supported filibusters and settlement.
Didn't like it, abolished it, but allowed for slavery in TX.
Fought a war where Northern Mexico prevailed over the south
7.22A
An organized segment of time in which both geographic causes and historical effects are notable on Texas history
Presidio
Decade
Era
Filibuster
7.2D
I am a filibuster from the US accused of spying. I wrangled and sold mustangs. Who am I?
Jean LaFitte
Marquis de Lafayette
Philip Nolan
Stephen F. Austin
7.2E As an American empresario, Green DeWitt was able to:
negotiate a treaty with American Indians
continue the work that Moses Austin had started in Texas
establish a colony near what is present day Gonzales
join with Martin DeLeon doubling the size of his holdings
