Missions
What was the primary goal of Spanish missions in Texas?
To convert Native Americans to Catholicism and Spanish customs.
Which European explorer first saw the shores of Texas?
Alonso Alvarez de Pineda.
What was the name of the first permanent Spanish settlement in Texas?
Ysleta.
How did Native Americans respond to Spanish missions?
Many resisted and maintained their cultural practices.
Why did Spanish missionaries encourage Native Americans to live within mission walls?
To control and convert them to Catholicism.
Who was the French explorer who accidentally established a settlement in Texas instead of Louisiana?
René-Robert Cavelier de La Salle.
What were the two main components of the Spanish colonial settlement strategy?
Missions and presidios.
What was one main duty of soldiers in presidios?
Protecting the missions.
What was one main duty of soldiers in Spanish presidios?
Protecting the missions.
What happened to La Salle's colony in Texas?
It was destroyed by Karankawa attacks.
What natural features did Spanish missionaries consider when choosing mission locations?
Water sources.
hat was the name of the first Spanish mission established in East Texas?
Mission San Francisco de los Tejas.
What major impact did Spanish exploration have on Native American populations?
Spread devastating diseases.
What were Spanish cowboys called?
Vaqueros.
What event caused Spain to increase its presence in Texas?
French settlement attempts.
What is the Spanish word for "cowboy"?
Vaquero.
What system did the Spanish develop in San Antonio to help with water management?
Acequias (irrigation canals).
What was the name of the first Spanish mission established in East Texas?
Mission San Francisco de los Tejas.
Why did Spanish missions encourage Native Americans to adopt Spanish farming methods?
o improve their quality of life.
How did the Spanish influence Native American cultures?
Through the introduction of new customs, language, and religion.