Texas History Quiz: Explorers and Missions
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What year marks the beginning of the Age of Contact in Texas history?

  • 1718
  • 1824
  • 1821
  • 1519 (correct)
  • Who was the priest that led the Mexican Revolution?

  • Jose Gutierrez de Lara
  • Fray Marcos de Niza
  • Father Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla (correct)
  • Cabeza de Vaca
  • Which era allowed Anglo colonies to settle in Texas under the National Colonization Law?

  • Anglo Colonization Era (correct)
  • Mexican Independence Era
  • Missions Era
  • Age of Contact
  • What significant event occurred in 1821 concerning Mexico?

    <p>Mexico got independence from Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which explorer is NOT associated with the Age of Contact in Texas history?

    <p>Antonio de Valero</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Battle of Medina?

    <p>The Mexican army defeated American volunteer forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which figure was involved in bringing volunteers from the United States to Texas?

    <p>Jose Gutierrez de Lara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the missions established during the Missions Era?

    <p>To convert Native Americans to Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Age of Contact (1519)

    • Spanish explorers began arriving in Texas.
    • Pineda explored the Texas coastline.
    • Cabeza de Vaca and Fray Marcos de Niza were among the early explorers.
    • Coronado's expedition further explored the region.

    Missions Era (1718)

    • Mission San Antonio de Valero (later known as the Alamo) was established.
    • Father Antonio de Olivares played a significant role in the Missions Era.

    Mexican Independence Era (1821)

    • Mexico gained independence from Spain, initiated by Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla.
    • José Gutiérrez de Lara, a Mexican leader, recruited American volunteers to fight for independence.
    • The Battle of Medina resulted in the defeat of American volunteers fighting for Mexican independence.

    Anglo Colonization Era (1824)

    • Anglo settlements in Texas were permitted.
    • The National Colonization Law of 1824 offered land at low costs to attract Anglo settlers.
    • The law was consistent with Mexico's Federal Constitution.

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    Test your knowledge on the significant eras of Texas history, from the Age of Contact in 1519 to the Anglo Colonization Era in 1824. Explore the roles of key figures and events that shaped the state during these transformative periods. This quiz covers explorers, missions, and the impact of Mexican independence.

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