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What was a significant characteristic of the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
What was a significant characteristic of the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
- Promotion of slavery to boost agricultural production
- Encouragement of religious freedom for all settlers
- Establishment of a democratic government system
- Introduction of missions to convert Native Americans to Christianity (correct)
Which economic activity was encouraged during the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
Which economic activity was encouraged during the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
- Diamond mining
- Silk production
- Fur trading with European nations
- Cattle ranching (correct)
What was the primary purpose of presidios during the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
What was the primary purpose of presidios during the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
- To protect settlements from Native American attacks (correct)
- To serve as centers for artistic and cultural exchange
- To oversee the trading of goods with other European colonies
- To provide education and healthcare for the local population
What was a significant characteristic of the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
What was a significant characteristic of the Spanish colonial Era of Texas?
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Spanish Colonial Era of Texas
- A significant characteristic of the Spanish colonial Era of Texas was the blending of Spanish and Native American cultures, resulting in the creation of a unique Tejano culture.
- The Spanish colonial authorities encouraged ranching as the primary economic activity during this era, which led to the development of large ranches and a thriving cattle industry.
- The primary purpose of presidios, which were forts established by the Spanish, was to provide military protection to settlers and missions from Native American attacks, as well as to maintain Spanish control over the region.
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