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What was the primary purpose of the Spanish Missions in Texas?
What was the primary purpose of the Spanish Missions in Texas?
- To exploit natural resources in the Texas area
- To create military outposts to defend against French encroachment
- To spread the Catholic doctrine among Native Americans and extend Spanish borders (correct)
- To establish trading posts for European settlers
Which religious orders were involved in establishing the Spanish Missions in Texas?
Which religious orders were involved in establishing the Spanish Missions in Texas?
- Dominicans, Jesuits, and Franciscans (correct)
- Jesuits, Franciscans, and Benedictines
- Benedictines, Augustinians, and Carmelites
- Franciscans, Carmelites, and Dominicans
In addition to the presidio and pueblo, what was the third major agency employed by the Spanish crown to extend its borders?
In addition to the presidio and pueblo, what was the third major agency employed by the Spanish crown to extend its borders?
- Rancho
- Hacienda
- Corral
- Misión (correct)
What was the direct response for establishing the eastern Tejas missions?
What was the direct response for establishing the eastern Tejas missions?
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How many missions were maintained within the future boundaries of the state of Texas?
How many missions were maintained within the future boundaries of the state of Texas?
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