Texas History, Ch. 1 Exam 1

The major cause of reduced Native American populations in Texas proved to be

the spread of European diseases

Which of the following groups most resembled the Karankawas?

Atakapas

Of the following, _______ was the first European to set foot on Texas soil after being marooned following the failed Narvaez expedition

Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca

Of the following, the cultural traditions and language of the Wichita Indians of North Texas more closely resembled the _____.

Caddo

Which Indian group resided in Texas for the longest period of time before the arrival of the Spanish?

Caddo

The Jumanos of West Texas were noted for their

extensive trade networks

The primary concern of the Coahuilatecans was _______

foraging for food

The atlatl used by Archaic Era Indians was a device used for _______

spear throwing

Which of the following was not a Plains Indian group?

Coahuilatecans

The Bering Land Bridge was located between

Siberia and Alaska