BONUS-Figures
Who was the leader of the Mexican independence movement?
Miguel Hidalgo
What year did Mexico gain independence from Spain?
1821
What was the purpose of the Spanish missions in Alta California?
To convert Native Americans to Christianity
How did the Mexican War for Independence impact Alta California?
Shifted power from Spain to Mexico
Who was the first Mexican governor of Alta California?
Pio Pico
What was the name of the battle that marked the end of Spanish rule in Alta California?
Battle of San Pasqual
Which mission is known as the "Queen of the Missions" in Alta California?
Mission San Juan Capistrano
What were some long-term consequences of the Mexican War for Independence in Alta California?
Struggle for land ownership and cultural assimilation
Which Native American leader worked with the Mexican government in Alta California?
Toypurina
What was the impact of the secularization of the missions in Alta California?
Decreased power of the Catholic Church
How did the missions in Alta California impact the Native American populations?
Negative impact due to diseases and forced labor
How did the Mexican government address land ownership in Alta California after independence?
Implemented land grants known as ranchos
Who was the Spanish missionary who founded missions in Alta California?
Junipero Serra
How did the Mexican government encourage settlers to move to Alta California?
Land grants and subsidies
What role did the missions play in the economy of Alta California?
They were centers of agriculture and industry
How did the Mexican government's policies affect the relationship between Native Americans and settlers in Alta California?
Strained relationships due to land disputes and unequal treatment