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WorksheetsTexas History Fall Semester Final 2020
Total questions: 75
Worksheet time: 41mins
Who lived in Texas during the Natural Texas Era?
Cattle ranchers
American Indians
Spanish missionaries
Mexican empresarios
Which region on the map is the North Central Plains region?
Region 1
Region 2
Region 3
Region 4
Which region on the map is the Great Plains region?
Region 1
Region 2
Region 3
Region 4
Which region on the map is the Mountains & Basins region?
Region 1
Region 2
Region 3
Region 4
Which region on the map is the Coastal Plains region?
Region 1
Region 2
Region 3
Region 4
When traveling from east to west across the state of Texas, which of the following describes the changes in physical geography that occur?
The elevation decreases
The elevation increases
Wide open prairies span all across Texas
Canyons and basins turns into coastal plains
When traveling from west to east across the state of Texas, which of the following describes the changes in physical geography that occur?
The elevation decreases
The elevation increases
Wide open prairies span all across Texas
Canyons and basins turns into coastal plains
The ability of the Caddo to grow a surplus of crops allowed them to —
follow buffalo herds for a longer time.
establish a permanent settlement.
eat only agricultural crops.
sell their maize to other tribes.
The Gulf Culture Native Americans and the Plains Culture Native Americans were best known for ---
being nomadic, hunter-gatherers.
being expert farmers who built elaborate housing structures.
being skilled woodworkers who invented commercial farming.
being fisherman who lived in adobe homes.
What were the Apache dependent on?
Buffalo
Deer
Maize
Beans
This map shows the regions of Texas in which different Native American groups were living at the time of their first contact with Europeans. Given that Europeans first traveled to TX by sea, which of the following were most likely the 1st to engage with the new settlers?
The Comanche
The Apache
The Lipan
The Karankawa
Which of the following describes the defining characteristics of the era of Natural Texas and Its People in Texas history?
American Indian tribes lived in Texas and adapted to the environment.
Spanish explorers and American Indian tribes both claimed land in Texas.
Conflicts between European settlers and American Indian tribes were common.
European settlers in Texas
Based on the map, which number represents the Red River?
2
3
4
5
Based on the map, which number represents the Rio Grande?
2
3
4
5
Using the map, which city is marked with the letter E?
Dallas
Austin
Houston
El Paso
Using the map, which city is marked with the letter A?
Dallas
Austin
Houston
El Paso
Using the map, which city is marked with the letter C?
Dallas
Austin
Houston
El Paso
Using the map, which city is marked with the letter B?
Dallas
Austin
Houston
El Paso
Using the map, which city is marked with the letter D?
Dallas
Fort Worth
Houston
El Paso
Which of the following best describes the defining characteristics of the Age of Contact era in Texas history?
Anglo and Spanish settlers established colonies in Texas.
American Indian tribes were driven out of Texas by French settlers.
Spanish explorers and French explorers both claimed land in Texas.
Spanish colonists abandoned exploration of Texas after not finding any gold.
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 spread Covid (600 years too early)
Which country's flag flew over Texas during the Age of Contact?
Mexico
New Spain
France
Great Britain
Why is the year 1519 important in the history of Texas?
It is the year Cortés lands and establishes the first permanent Spanish settlement.
It is the year Cabeza de Vaca writes his account of his life in Texas.
It is the year La Salle sails in search of the Mississippi delta and finds the Texas coastline instead.
It is the year Alonzo Álvarez de Piñeda's expedition maps the Texas coast.
Which of the following explorers was shipwrecked near Galveston and captured by American Indians?
Francisco Vásquez de Coronado
Robert La Salle
Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca
Hernán Cortés
What was the intended purpose of Alonso Álvarez de Piñeda's expedition?
To interact with the natives of southern Texas
To fight Cortés's forces in Mexico
To explore and chart Texas's Gulf Coast trying to find a route to the Pacific Ocean
To capture a native to use as a teacher
7.1A
Which era do the above characteristics describe?
Natural Texas and Its People
Spanish Colonial
Mexican National
Texas Revolution
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
7.1A
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.
7.2D
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
7.2C
Which group likely viewed the construction of new Spanish missions with suspicion?
Catholic priests
American Indian tribes
Conquistadors
Anglo settlers
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
7.2D
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
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.
7.9A
If you were to build a mission in east Texas what materials would you most likely use
wood
rocks
plastic
metal
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.
7.2D
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.
7.2F
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
7.19B
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
7.1C
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
7.18B
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.
Which row in the chart correctly matches each region of Texas to its description?
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Why is Natural Texas and Its People considered an era in Texas?
It is recognized by American Indians as their only historical era
It is the time that we are still living in today.
It introduces the first contacts between all native groups and Europeans.
It is an organized segment of time in which both geographic causes and historical effects are notable in Texas History.
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.
During which era did Mexico encourage Americans to settle in Texas?
Mexican National
Revolution and Republic
Spanish Colonial
Early Statehood
Review the map….In which region were most successful land grants located?
Mountain and Basins
Coastal Plains
Great Plains
Central Plains
Why did Philip Nolan concern Spanish leaders in Mexico?
He was suspected of plotting to claim land in TX for the US
He was known for spying on Spanish activities for France
He stole mustangs rom North Texas prairies
He was thought to be helping pirates stash gold
Which famous Texan is described by the information in this box?
Jim Bowie
Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna
Juan Seguin
William B. Travis
Which action was taken as a result of the Fredonian Rebellion?
Mexican officials arrested Stephen F. Austin.
Federalist leaders overthrew the Mexican Centralist government.
MX gov't sent General Mier y Teran to report on what was happening in Texas
TX leaders called for a Consultation to consider declaring independence
Which event took place during the Revolutionary Era in Texas History?
Mapping of the coastline of Texas
Siege of the Alamo
Mexico gains independence from Spain
Texas and Coahuila merge as a state
One of the effects of the Turtle Bayou resolutions was that the Texans chose to —
align themselves with Santa Anna and Mexico, NOT the MX gov't.
begin preparing to fight against Santa Anna
revolt against Santa Anna
call for Santa Anna to resign his presidency
Which event happened on March 2, 1836?
Surrender of Santa Anna
World War I
Texas declares its' independence from Mexico
Fredonian Rebellion
James Fannin, a Texas leader, is best known for
defeating Santa Anna
surrendering @ the Battle of Coleto Creek & being executed @ Goliad
writing the Texas Declaration of Independence and Constitution
defending the Alamo
The Travis letter was intended to —
notify Santa Anna that the men at the Alamo intended to fight
warn Sam Houston that Santa Anna’s army was approaching him
advise the citizens of Gonzales to retreat
request help because Santa Anna’s army was surrounding them
At the Battle of San Jacinto, Santa Anna
fought brilliantly to his death
was captured the next day and surrendered Texas to Sam Houston
ordered a retreat of Mexican troops at the 19 minute mark
countered the Texian attack with a barrage of cannon fire.
What was a major goal of the Law of April 6, 1830
to gain Texas's independence from Mexico
to draw more immigrants from Louisiana
to strengthen economic ties b/w Texas and the United States
stop immigration from the United States and limit American influence in TX
What role did George Childress play in the Texas Revolution?
He served as the first governor of the state of Texas.
He was the primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence.
He contributed to writing the Texas Constitution.
He was the first president of the independent Republic of Texas.
Which event occurs to cause Stephen F. Austin’s change in attitude towards the fight for independence from Mexico?
Arrest by Mexican officials
Creation of the Mier y Teran report
Work to pass the Law of April 6, 1830
Leading the Fredonian Rebellion
How did the Battle of Gonzales contribute to the success of the Texas Revolution?
It demonstrated the superior military strength of the Mexican army.
It showed the Mexican government that the Texas army was well armed and equipped.
It proved to Texans that the Mexican army could be defeated and independence achieved.
It motivated the United States to support the independence of Texas.
In March of 1836, delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos for the Constitutional Convention intending to —
design the “Come and Take It” flag
create a plan to defend the Alamo
establish an independent government
negotiate a peace settlement with Mexico
How did physical geography affect the outcome of the Battle of Coleto?
The open prairie allowed the Mexican army to surround Fannin and his men.
The dense forest provided protection for Fannin and his men.
The deep canyon allowed the Mexican army to attack Fannin and his men from above.
The rolling valley acted as a barrier and allowed the escape of Fannin’s men.
The fall and spring brought which weather conditions that made travel like during the Runaway Scrape and battles like San Jacinto very difficult during the Texas Revolution—
blistering heat and no winds
heavy rains and cold fronts
snow and hail
clear skies and cool breezes
Which action was taken by delegates at the Convention of 1836?
They sent an appeal to other Mexican states to join them in the fight for independence.
They wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of Texas.
They surrendered to Mexico and wrote to Santa Anna asking for forgiveness.
They sent a letter to Andrew Jackson asking that Texas become part of the United States.
The famous Texan pictured above contributed to the independence of Texas by —
leading the Texas Revolutionary forces
serving as President of the Texas Republic
fighting along side fellow Texans to defend the Alamo
writing the Texas Declaration of Independence
Why was the Alamo a significant event in the Texas Revolution?
It was where Texans defeated Santa Anna and ended the Revolution
It became a symbol of heroic resistance even though Texans were greatly outnumbered and lost.
It was where Texas declared independence from Mexico
It became a symbol of Mexican triumph and ultimately kept Texas from independence
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 Anglo colony in Texas
Who was the president during the time of the Mexican-American War?
Andrew Jackson
James K. Polk
George Washington
Donald Trump
______ was a belief by Americans that the United States should push west to the Pacific Ocean
Guadalupe
Sakovia Accords
Bill of Rights
Manifest Destiny
What war did the United States finally accomplish its Manifest Destiny expansion
TX Revolution
Mexican American War
The Civil War
World War II
Which of the following ended the U.S. Mexican War and forced Mexico to turn over much of its north territory to the United States?
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Treaty of Velasco
Treaty of Ghent
The Versailles Treaty
The United States thought the border between the United States and Mexico was the _________
Nueces River
Rio Grande River
Mexico thought the border between the United States and Mexico was the _________
Nueces River
Rio Grande River
What was established to protect Texans from Indian & Mexican attacks? John 'Jack' Coffee Hays was a leader among them.
Texas Navy
Texas Army
Texas Rangers
Santa Fe Expedition Leader
Who was the 1st elected President of the Republic of Texas?
David G. Burnett
Mirabeau Lamar
Sam Houston
Anson Jones
What was President Mirabeau Lamar's policy toward the Native Texans?
he sought to negotiate treaties with them
he felt that they should be pushed off the land
he opposed the policy of placing them on reservations
he wanted to help preserve their culture
Texas was the ________ state to be annexed to the United States.
5th
23rd
28th
49th
