Worksheets7th TX History - Semester 1 Review
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 16mins
Choose the correct answer from each drop-down menu to complete the statements. Christopher Columbus was trying to ___ when he set sail from Europe across the Atlantic Ocean. He successfully convinced ___ to finance his expedition in 1492. Columbus completed more than four trips across the ocean marking the beginning of the exploration of ___.
find a new trade route to India
find a route to China
explore Africa
King Ferdinand
discover Australia
Which of the following regions likely has the MOST poverty?
High Plains
Gulf Coast Plain
Piney Woods
Mountains and Basins
This is a picture of the Sea Wall in Galveston, Texas. The seawall in Galveston, shown in the postcard above, is an example of --
A human adaptation of the natural environment for the purpose of comfort.
A human modification of the natural environment for safety purposes.
A human modification of the natural environment for beautification purposes.
A human adaptation of the natural environment for the purpose of stability.
What are some considerations for planning an outdoor event in Texas? Select TWO correct answers.
Texas hosts numerous outdoor events throughout the year.
Event organizers must consider the local climate and weather conditions.
High temperatures can lead to increased attendance.
Events are often scheduled in cooler months to avoid extreme heat.
Outdoor events in Texas are always held in the summer.
This map shows the different regions in the state of Texas. Use the map to correctly identify the location of the Central Plains Region. Select the correct answer.
A
B
C
D
In the map, what evidence shows that Spain has the most influential impact on Texas ?
Many landforms still retain the names of French explorers.
Major rivers near the coast are named after British monarchs.
Major landforms have retained their Hispanic names.
Major cities have retained their original English names.
Which of the following reflects the Spanish heritage in Texas?
rate of immigration
city names
geographic features
location
Based on the graph, what inferences can be made about the growth of railroads in Texas from 1850 - 1900?
Railroad construction grew quickly throughout the last quarter of the century.
Railroad tracks were built more slowly in the last quarter of the century.
The railroad brought more people into Texas at the end of the century.
The railroad brought more people into Texas during the Civil War period.
Based on the graph, which years of the timeline reflect that railroad construction grew quickly in Texas?
1850-1860
1860-1870
1880-1890
1890-1900
Choose the correct answer from each drop-down menu to complete the statements. The government of Texas is similar to the United States government in a variety of ways. The Texas legislative branch has the power to ______. This branch is composed of two houses, the Senate and the House of Representatives. Like the United States government, members of the House serve ______ year terms.
two
interpret laws
enforce laws
four
make laws
This map details America's expansion throughout the 1800s. Americans believed that it was their Manifest Destiny to fill the land with states from coast to coast. How did Texas Annexation help fulfill their destiny?
Through Annexation
Through the Republic
Through warfare
Through the Mexican Cession
Why was Stephen F. Austin's colony successful in the early 1800s? Select TWO correct answers.
He traveled to Mexico to gain approval from the Mexican government.
He chose land with trees and access to rivers and streams.
He worked alongside his father to secure new settlements in Texas.
He spoke Spanish and worked well with the Mexican government.
He constructed a railroad line to connect his colony to other major cities.
Based on your knowledge of history, complete the sentences by selecting the correct answers from the drop-down menus. After the Louisiana Purchase, Spain began to have boundary disputes with the United States; each claiming rights to the area between the ________ and __________. To remedy the dispute, the Adams-Onís Treaty was signed in 1819.
Sabine River, Adams-Onís Treaty
Mississippi River, Treaty of Paris
Rio Grande, Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Red River, Jay Treaty
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. This is a passage about missions in Texas. Beginning in the 1600s, many European countries began to travel to the North American continent to secure territorial claims. Explorers and Missionaries had already had a presence in Texas since the early 1500s. The early explorers were looking to gain riches, specifically gold. Missionaries were looking to spread the Catholic faith to native groups in the area. Communities were built with the idea that local Native groups would not only gain a new faith but become good Spanish citizens as well. There were some successful missions in the area, and some native groups agreed to participate in the mission system. However, not all groups participated willingly. Sickness caused by visiting friars spread throughout local native groups, and eventually the Spanish mission system was abandoned in Texas. Part A Which of the following was a NEGATIVE effect of the Spanish missions in Texas?
Diseases brought by Spanish missionaries killed many American Indians.
More explorers moved into the area to search for gold.
Native groups participated in the mission system and taught friars how to farm the land.
There was a lack of gold or riches discovered in South Texas.
Part B Which statement best provides evidence for the answer to Part A?
Sickness caused by visiting friars spread throughout local native groups, and eventually the Spanish mission system was abandoned in Texas.
Communities were built with the idea that local Native groups would not only gain a new faith but become good Spanish citizens as well.
There were some successful missions in the area, and some native groups agreed to participate in the mission system.
The early explorers were looking to gain riches, specifically gold.
These newspapers describe events during the early colonization of Texas. Which newspaper correctly describes the accomplishments of Alonso Álvarez de Pineda? Select the correct answer.
A NEW CONTINENT HAS BEEN FOUND!
WE NOW HAVE MAPS OF THE TEXAS COAST!
MISSIONS SPREADING CHRISTIANITY TO NATIVE PEOPLE!
THE AZTEC EMPIRE HAS BEEN CONQUERED!
GOLD IS DISCOVERED IN MEXICO!
Which issue did most of the Republicans and Democrats agree on?
outlawing the sale of alcohol
how to fund public education
restricting the economic development of Texas
not entering World War II due to isolationist policies
James W. Fannin played a significant role in the Texas Revolution. What event eventually led to his death?
The Battle of the Alamo
The Goliad Massacre
The Siege of Bexar
The Battle of San Jacinto
Which of the following events had the greatest impact on the economic development of Texas in the 19th century?
The discovery of oil at Spindletop
The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad
The signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
The establishment of the Texas Republic
What was the primary reason for the establishment of missions in Texas by the Spanish?
To find gold and other riches
To convert Native Americans to Christianity
To establish trade routes with other European nations
To create military outposts against French expansion
Which geographic feature was most influential in the settlement patterns of early Texas settlers?
The Gulf of Mexico
The Rocky Mountains
The Mississippi River
The Great Plains
Which of the following best explains why Spanish missions were often located near rivers in Texas?
Rivers were considered sacred by all native groups.
Rivers were used for gold mining operations.
Rivers provided a source of water for crops and daily use.
Rivers marked the boundaries between Spanish and French territories.
What was one major effect of the construction of railroads in Texas during the late 1800s?
It led to a decrease in population in rural areas.
It resulted in the discovery of new oil fields.
It increased trade and the movement of goods across the state.
It caused the closure of Spanish missions.
Which city name in Texas is an example of Spanish influence on the state's culture?
Austin
Dallas
San Antonio
Houston
Which of the following was a primary reason settlers chose to build communities near rivers in early Texas?
Rivers were used as boundaries for different colonies.
Rivers were believed to have healing properties.
Rivers offered fertile land for agriculture and easy access to water.
Rivers provided natural defense against invaders.
Which Spanish explorer is credited with creating the first map of the Texas coastline?
Hernán Cortés
Francisco Vásquez de Coronado
Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca
Alonso Álvarez de Pineda
What was one significant effect of the arrival of railroads in Texas during the late 1800s?
It led to the decline of cattle ranching in the state.
It resulted in the closure of all Spanish missions.
It encouraged population growth and the development of new towns.
It caused a decrease in agricultural production.
Which of the following industries contributed most to the growth of Texas cities in the early 20th century?
Timber harvesting
Cotton farming
Oil production
Cattle ranching
What was a major reason Spanish settlers established towns along rivers in Texas?
To mark territorial boundaries
To find gold deposits
To avoid conflicts with Native American tribes
To access fresh water for daily needs and agriculture
Which of the following is an example of Spanish influence on Texas architecture?
Victorian homes in Galveston
Steel bridges over the Rio Grande
Adobe-style missions and churches
Modern skyscrapers in Houston
