Chapter 13 Test Review

Question 1

1. What did the Spanish and Native Americans borrow from New Spain?

Answer 1

languages, foods, and customs

Question 2

2. What is a land grant?

Answer 2

government gift of land

Question 3

3. Which trail wen from Independence, Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico?

Answer 3

Sante Fe Trail

Question 4

4. Who were the first travelers along the route on the Sante Fe Trail?

Answer 4

traders

Question 5

5. Trappers in the Oregon Territory were also known as whom?

Answer 5

Mountain men

Question 6

6. Why did women in the West often have more rights than women in other regions of the U.S.?

Answer 6

Their labor was needed for their families to survive.

Question 7

7. Why did American settlers in Texas come into conflict with Mexico in the 1830’s?

Answer 7

Settlers wanted more representation in the Mexican legislature.

Question 8

8. Give a definition for a dictatorship.

Answer 8

one person rule

Question 9

9. What is important about the siege at the Alamo?

Answer 9

The Alamo was where Texas was overrun by Mexican troops, inspiring many Americans to volunteer for the Texan army.

Question 10

10. How did Texas become a part of the Union?

Answer 10

Congress passed a joint resolution for annexation.

Question 11

11. Who was the explorer in California that led a rebellion against Mexico?

Answer 11

John C. Fremont

Question 12

12. During what event did New Mexico become acquired by the United States?

Answer 12

Mexican-American War

Question 13

The Mexican-American War, the annexation of Oregon, and the Westward Movement were all the cause of what idea?

Answer 13

Manifest Destiny

Question 14

Who was the Mormon leader who led settlers to Utah?

Answer 14

Brigham Young

Question 15

Why were water rights so important to Californians?

Answer 15

Much of California is desert.

Question 16

What is a self-appointed law enforcer called?

Answer 16

vigilante

Question 17

Why did California have such a diverse population?

Answer 17

Gold seekers came from all over the world and became permanent residents.

Question 18

Describe the experiences of the European Americans that went to California during the 1850s.

Answer 18

After the cession, settlers in California came from Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America. European Americans rushed to California for gold, and a few became wealthy. However, they enjoyed more freedom in California and faced less prejudice.

Question 19

Describe the experiences of the Chinese that went to California during the 1850s.

Answer 19

Chinese populations went to California for the gold rush to “strike it rich” as miners, but most were hired to do menial labor. Despite poor treatment, Chinese Americans helped build railroads and worked on farms. Their labor helped build cities, including San Francisco.

Question 20

Describe the experiences of the free African Americans that moved to California during the 1850s.

Answer 20

Free African Americans also went to California, and many of them became successful. They had their own churches, newspaper, and businesses. However, they were denied equal rights, such as the right to vote or serve on a jury.

Question 21

How did the increase in immigrant population affect the Californios already living in California?

Answer 21

Californios were threatened by laws that discriminated against their people. They had high taxes on their ranches and had to prove that they owned their land. They eventually lost their land and their political influence.

Question 22

How did the increase in immigrant population affect the Native Americans already living in California?

Answer 22

The Native Americans in California lost their lands to miners and vigilante gangs, and many were murdered or had their children stolen. Their population decreased by nearly two thirds during this time.