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- 1. Multiple Choice
Based on this map, which of the following statements is true about Texas Indians. (7.2A, 21C)
The Comanches were originally from Central Texas.
The Apaches drove the Comanches into Wyoming.
The Comanches lived along the Gulf Coast.
The Comanches drove the Apaches into West Texas and New Mexico.
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which Indian tribal group is known for living in the houses in the picture above? (7.2A)
Comanche
Jumano
Caddo
Karankawa
- 3. Multiple Choice
Why do historians divide the past into eras? (7.1A)
to identify major events
to determine how long ago people lived
to remember when events occurred
to make their studies more manageable
- 4. Multiple Choice
Texas Indians in which culture group built homes from adobe? (7.2A)
Western Gulf
Plains
Southeastern
Pueblo
- 5. Multiple Choice
The Comanches and Apaches were able to attack both the Spanish and other Indian groups because of
(7.2A)
the rough terrain of West Texas.
their skilled use of horses
their resistance to European diseases.
their superior weapons technology.
- 6. Multiple Choice
The Caddos practiced crop rotation to (7.2A)
more quickly dry sunflower seeds.
grow food for Spanish settlers.
prevent the soil from wearing out.
hide their large harvests from other Indians.
- 7. Multiple Choice
Why were the Caddos good farmers? (7.2A)
They had the best tractors, so farming was easy for them.
They were simply smarter than all of the other Indians.
They were stationary and had plenty of water to grow crops.
Their religious beliefs stressed farming more than other economic activities.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which profession is most likely to search for artifacts? (7.22A)
anthropologist
archaeologist
biologist
botanist
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which of the following Indian groups would have been most likely to build canoes? (7.2A)
Comanches
Karankawas
Jumanos
Wichitas
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which of the following American Indian groups was most known for its skill at riding horses? (7.2A)
Atakapas
Comanches
Apaches
Coahuiltecans
- 11. Multiple ChoiceMostly lived in the Mountains and Basins regionGulf CoastPlainsPuebloSoutheastern
- 12. Multiple Choice
Who were the descendants of Mound Builders?
The Asian hunters
The Karankawa
The Caddo
The Pueblo Indians
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which is the BEST example of Native Americans modifying their environment?
Karankawa use dugout canoes and spears to fish in salty marshes
Caddo Indians used irrigation for their crops
Western Gulf Culture Indians traded goods with the Spanish
Plains culture Indians elected chiefs to lead the tribes
- 14. Multiple Choice
How did the Native Americans adapt to their environment?
By relying on the natural resources and materials around them
By copying European practices
The Natives did not rely on natural resources
By praying to their gods for food and water
- 15. Multiple Choice
How did the physical geography of Texas impact the lifestyle of American Indian groups in Texas?
American Indian tribes adapted to the climate by building shelters made of local materials, such as using adobe, buffalo hides, or timber.
Some American Indian tribes modified the land by engaging in farming and modified the environment by hunting.
The environment had a significant impact on the lifestyles of American Indian tribes, dictating whether they were able to establish sedentary settled communities, or lived nomadic lives
Although the environment posed issues for the American Indian tribes, they always thrived in every situation.
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which of the following Indian groups was in the Puebloan culture group? (7.2A)
Jumanos
Wichitas
Comanches
Coahuiltecans
- 17. Multiple Choice
Why did the Caddos build mounds? (7.2A)
as landmarks for travelers.
for religious purposes
for protection from animals
to help their crops grow
- 18. Multiple Choice
Many Plains Indians used hides to make movable homes called (7.2A)
wigwams
tepees
grass huts
pueblos
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which of the following groups of Texas Indians lived on the Great Plains and hunted buffalo? (7.2A)
Caddos
Karankawas
Coahuiltecans
Apaches
- 20. Multiple Choice
Because they were so large, hunters could not easily transport the bodies of animals they killed. Instead, they collected everything they could use off the body out on the plains. They preserved meat and used hides for many purposes, such as making clothing and shelter.
The animal most likely described in the passage above is the (7.2A)
deer
rabit
buffalo
cow
- 21. Multiple Choice
The Karankawas covered poles with animals skins and reed mats to make homes called (7.2A)
wigwams
tepees
pueblos
mitotes
- 22. Multiple Choice
Their skill as buffalo hunters quickly made them a wealthy group. They traded goods made from the buffalo with other American Indians. They were also skilled fighters. They controlled much of the plains, including northern and western Texas.
The passage above most likely describes which of the following groups? (7.2A, 21C)
Coddos
Comanche
Karankawas
Cherokee
- 23. Multiple Choice
Which of the following groups lived entirely on the Great Plains? (7.2A)
Caddos
Jumanos
Comanche
Karankawas
- 24. Multiple Choice
Which of the following was not a major factor in the decline of the Jumanos? (7.2A)
disease
Apache attacks
drought
hurricanes
- 25. Multiple Choice
Which Indian tribal group is known for hunting the animal in the picture above? (7.2A)
Kiowa
Caddo
Jumano
Karankawa
- 26. Multiple Choice
Which of the following describes the defining characteristics of the era of Natural Texas and Its People in Texas history?
American Indian tribes lived in Texas and adapted to the environment.
Spanish explorers and American Indian tribes both claimed land in Texas.
Conflicts between European settlers and American Indian tribes were common.
European settlers in Texas learned about the culture of the American Indian tribes.
- 27. Multiple Choice
You have been assigned a research paper about life in early Texas. You need to include some primary source material in your paper. Which of the following is a primary source?
the diary of a Texas colonist
the biography of a Texas colonist
a computer database of settlers living in Texas
a newspaper article written by a Texas historian
- 28. Multiple Choice
Which city is marked by the letter E on the map above?
Houston
Dallas
Fort Worth
El Paso
- 29. Multiple Choice
What physical feature is common in both the Great Plains and the Coastal Plains regions of Texas?
Lack of significant water resources
Cold winters and humid hot summers
Flat land suitable for farming or ranching
Major cities with large metropolitan areas
- 30. Multiple Choice
An Internet site may be considered a trustworthy source of information if it:
is linked to other sites
has extensive usable graphics
has contributions from fans
is sponsored by government
- 31. Multiple Choice
Which letter marks the state capitol?
B
C
D
A
- 32. Multiple Choice
When traveling from east to west across the state of Texas, which of the following describes the changes in physical geography that occur?
The elevation decreases.
The elevation increases.
Wide open prairies span all across Texas.
Canyons and basins turn into coastal plains.
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