WorksheetsSemester Exam
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
During which era did European (Spain and French) explorers first interact with indigenous peoples in Texas?
Native Texas and It's People
Age of Contact
Spanish Colonial
Mexican National
Based on the excerpt, during which period did settlers face challenges building homes due to scarce timber?
Spanish Colonial
Revolution and Republic
Early Statehood
Civil War and Reconstruction
Which era is characterized by the shaping of Texas's geography and the settlement of Native American groups across the land?
Natural Texas and It's People
Age of Contact
Spanish Colonial
Mexican National
Using your knowledge about the Age of Contact, place the following events in the correct chronological order. 1. Christopher Columbus believes he lands in the West Indies. 2. Hernan Cortez takes Moctezuma captive. 3. Conquistadors lead expeditions in search of Gold, God, and Glory. 4. Christopher Columbus sets sail to find an alternative trade route to Asia.
1, 2, 3, 4
2, 4, 3, 1
3, 2, 4, 1
4, 1, 3, 2
What year did Mexico gain independence from Spain?
1718
1817
Spanish Settlers
1821
Based on the map, where were most Texas land grants located and why?
In west and north Texas because Mexican officials wanted to settle areas
closest to the United States.
In south Texas because Mexican officials wanted to settle areas closest to
Mexico.
In central and east Texas because Mexican officials wanted to settle areas
closest to the United States.
In west Texas because Mexican officials wanted to settle areas closest to
Mexico.
You have been assigned a research paper about life in early Texas. You need to
include some primary source material in your paper. Which of the following is a
primary source?
the diary of a Texas colonist
the biography of a Texas colonist
a computer database of settlers living in Texas
a newspaper article written by a Texas historian
Which era in Texas history includes the explorations of Spanish conquistadors such as Alonso Alvarez de Pineda and Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca?
Colonial Era
Mexican National Era
Revolutionary Era
The Contemporary Era
Determine whether the contribution matches with Moses Austin
developed a plan to move American families into Texas
moved 300 American families to Texas
alcalde of San Antonio de Béxar
lost his father at the age of 27 and took over his vision to settle Texas
Determine whether the contribution matches with Stephen F. Austin
Fought at the Battle of the Alamo
moved 300 American families to Texas
alcalde of San Antonio de Béxar
lost his fortune in the American economic panic of 1819
Determine whether the contribution matches with Moses Austin
Fought at the Battle of the Alamo
moved 300 American families to Texas
alcalde of San Antonio de Béxar
lost his fortune in the American economic panic of 1819
Determine whether the contribution matches with Erasmo Seguin
developed a plan to move American families into Texas
moved 300 American families to Texas
alcalde of San Antonio de Béxar
lost his fortune in the American economic panic of 1819
Which individual is recognized for leading the first successful colonization of Texas by Anglo-Americans?
Moses Austin
Sam Houston
Stephen F. Austin
Martin De Leon
What was Sam Houston's main contribution to the Texas Revolution?
He negotiated treaties with foreign nations for Texas.
He successfully was in charge of the armed forces of Texas.
He wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence.
He served as the first governor of Texas during the revolution.
Which of the following statements BEST describes the era of the Texas Revolution?
General Santa Anna led a siege on the Texans inside the Alamo.
President Sam Houston attempted to prevent new conflict with Mexico.
Stephen F. Austin worked as an empresario to increase settlement in Texas
General Sam Houston defeated the Mexican Army at the Battle of San Jacinto.
Governor Sam Houston opposed secession but was overruled by the Texas Legislature.
Which answer explains Houston's MAIN goal as president?
Houston partnered with the legislature to reduce the government debt
Houston wanted to establish peaceful relations with American Indian groups as well.
He set up trading posts and sent agents to negotiate peace treaties with many American Indian groups like the Comanche.
Though he cared about peace and the economy, Houston's highest priority was the survival of Texas.
Who is considered the
Father of Texas?
Moses Austin
Shephen F. Austin
Stephen F. Austin
Steepman F. Austin
