Spanish Territory
: What was the Spanish territory in North America called?
New Spain
In what region of Texas was the first mission built?
In present-day El Paso. Mountains and basins region
When was San Antonio de Valero built?
1718
How did El Camino Real help in the settlement of Texas?
It helped with the movement of goods and people, increasing settlement.
What is a vaquero?
A vaquero is a cowboy.
Why did Spain turn its focus to spreading Christianity?
They shifted focus after giving up the search for gold.
Who helped establish San Francisco de los Tejas?
Alonso de León and Fray Damián Massanet.
To establish a settlement and a Spanish presence.
Why did some Natives willingly live in missions?
Some were attracted by food and protection.
What type of art is still found in many Catholic churches today?
Frescoes (murals).
What is a mission?
A mission is a religious settlement built to convert Natives to Catholicism.
Why was the mission De los Tejas abandoned?
Drought, disease, difficulty getting supplies, reluctance of Natives.
Along which river was Mission San Jose established?
Near the San Antonio River.
What was one thing Natives learned from the Spanish?
They learned about farming and ranching.
What is one example of Spanish influence in Texas today?
Spanish names for cities or rivers like Corpus Christi.
Why did the Spanish build presidios?
To protect the missions from attacks.
Why was Father Hidalgo in Texas?
He dedicated his life to working with Natives in east Texas.
Why did early Native Texans and Spanish colonists settle near water?
For access to water for farming and ranching.
Why did missions begin to decline in Texas?
Most missions failed as Natives rejected Spanish life.
What is another example of Spanish influence in Texas today?
Food items like tamales and corn tortillas.
When was Corpus Christi de la Ysleta built?
1682
Why did Spain decide to build new missions in east Texas?
To protect against the French reclaiming land.
What was El Camino Real?
A major route that connected Spanish settlements to Mexico City.
How did Spain acquire Louisiana?
After losing a war against England, France ceded Louisiana to Spain.
Name one lasting impact of Spanish culture in Texas.
Various lasting impacts include language, architecture, and food.