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What was the fate of the Spanish priests at the missions by 1850?
What was the fate of the Spanish priests at the missions by 1850?
What happened to the mission land after the Spanish priests left?
What happened to the mission land after the Spanish priests left?
What was the fate of the natives after the missions were claimed by new landowners?
What was the fate of the natives after the missions were claimed by new landowners?
What was the impact of the missions on California's development?
What was the impact of the missions on California's development?
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What happened to the empty mission buildings over time?
What happened to the empty mission buildings over time?
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What eventually happened to the missions?
What eventually happened to the missions?
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What attracted people to move to California after the missions?
What attracted people to move to California after the missions?
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What did the missions and other settlements like Jamestown and Plymouth have in common?
What did the missions and other settlements like Jamestown and Plymouth have in common?
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What was one of the common activities undertaken by the settlers at the missions, Jamestown, Plymouth, and New Amsterdam?
What was one of the common activities undertaken by the settlers at the missions, Jamestown, Plymouth, and New Amsterdam?
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Study Notes
The Fate of the Spanish Priests and Missions
- By 1850, the Spanish priests had left the missions due to Mexico's secularization laws.
- After the priests left, the mission land was taken over by new landowners.
The Fate of the Natives
- After the missions were claimed by new landowners, the natives were forced to work as laborers on the newly acquired land.
Impact of the Missions on California's Development
- The missions played a significant role in the development of California, as they introduced European farming techniques, livestock, and fruits to the region.
Abandoned Mission Buildings
- Over time, the empty mission buildings fell into disrepair and were used as sources of building materials for other structures.
The Missions' Eventual Fate
- Many of the original mission buildings were restored in the 20th century, and some were rebuilt as historic landmarks.
Attraction to California
- The discovery of gold in California in 1848 attracted a large influx of people to the state, leading to rapid population growth.
Comparison with Other Settlements
- The missions, along with Jamestown and Plymouth, were all early European settlements in North America that were established for economic and religious reasons.
Common Activities of Settlers
- One common activity undertaken by the settlers at the missions, Jamestown, Plymouth, and New Amsterdam was trade with the native populations.
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California Missions History Quiz: Test your knowledge on the impact of Spanish colonization, native resistance, and the transition of California from Spanish to American rule.
