Conquistadors
What did Columbus hope to find on his voyage?
Columbus hoped to find a direct water route from Europe to Asia.
What did the Spanish monarchy want from the New World?
The Spanish monarchy wanted riches and to spread Catholicism.
Why was Cabeza de Vaca in Texas?
Cabeza de Vaca was in Texas because he was shipwrecked.
Why would the French want to build Fort Saint Louis?
The French wanted to build Fort Saint Louis for protection and trade.
Which conquistador established Spanish rule in Mexico and parts of Texas?
Hernan cortez
What motivated Cortés to conquer the Aztecs?
Cortés was motivated by the desire for wealth and glory.
What were the three main reasons for exploration?
The three main reasons for exploration were gold, glory, and God.
How did his journal lead to further exploration in North America?
His journal provided valuable information that encouraged further exploration. Included describing what he thought was a city of gold.
Where was La Salle planning on setting up a French colony?
La Salle planned to set up a colony at the mouth of the Mississippi River.
What two countries explored Texas during the Age of Contact?
Spain and France
What was Coronado searching for?
Coronado was searching for Cibola, the Seven Cities of Gold.
How would conquering new lands be beneficial for Spain?
Conquering new lands could bring wealth, resources, and power.
How did Pineda's map help Spain?
Pineda's map provided reliable information about the Texas coastline.
What happened to La Salle?
La Salle was killed by his own crew after losing supplies.
What region of Texas would the Spanish explorers have seen Buffalo?
Great Plains
How did his victory benefit Spain?
Cortés' victory brought wealth and territory to Spain.
Why did Spain lose interest in Texas?
Spain lost interest because they found no riches.
Why did France explore the New World?
France explored the New World for riches and a water route.
What was the result of Coronado's expedition?
Coronado's expedition found no cities of gold.
Which native group be likely to run into if they came to Texas through the Gulf of Mexico?
Karankawa
How did Spain strengthen its presence in Texas?
Spain strengthened its presence by establishing settlements.
What area did Columbus discover?
Columbus discovered the Americas.
How did the French gain wealth in North America?
The French gained wealth through the fur trade.
Predict: What would cause Spain to regain interest in Texas?
Spain might regain interest if they discovered wealth or resources. Spain also would gain interest if a rival such as French settled in their territory. (La Salle at Matagorda bay.)
What two things happened in the year 1519?
Cortez went to Mexico. Pineda drew a map of the Texas coastline.