HIST 2301 HW#1 (2)
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Chapter 1 Thought Questions:
1a) "Wichita Mortar"
-what important roles did women perform in pre-Columbian Native American cultures?
Women's role in pre-Columbian Native American cultures was carrying out agricultural work,
grinding grains to prepare food for the family, and carrying out household tasks, using old
traditional methods that require strength and skills to do so.
1b) "How They Caught Fish"
-Which native American groups in Texas relied on canoes for fishing and transportation?
How did canoes help them perform these functions?
The coastal tribes of Native Americans were the ones who relied on canoes for fishing and
transportation; since one canoe could hold an entire family and their stuff, it helped them with
moving during coastal bays and rivers, and they used to fish in a dugout canoe as others were
spearfishing in the river behind them.
1c) "A Wichita Indian Village"
-How did the shelters of various native American groups reflect the general orientation of
their daily lives, impacted most strongly by how they acquired food?
The shelters of native Americans were strongly impacted by how they acquired food and their
daily lives. For example, the coastal groups used small portable huts covered with moss and
made in such a way it could be quickly unfolded and assembled due to their permanent mobility,
while nomadic groups used leather-covered tepees, while the Caddo lived in thatched and grass
shelters since they were an agricultural people.
Chapter 2:
"The DeLeon Expedition Finds the Ruins of Fort St. Louis"
1- according to the Spanish writer, what had the Karankawa attackers done to the
property of the French after their attack?
The French's property was entirely destroyed by the Karankawa after their attack. When the
Spaniards arrived, they found homes robbed, books torn apart, chests unlocked and stolen.
2-How many bodies did the Spanish find at the Fort? What did they do with them? Where
did most of the bodies of the other French probably end up, according to the writer?
The Spanish discovered three remains bodies, one of which they thought to be a lady. They
prayed over the dead during mass and buried them in the earth out of respect after that. Since the
Spaniards did not discover any other bodies, it was supposed that the remaining victims had been
dumped into the river for alligators to eat.
3- In what condition did the Spanish expedition find the buildings inside Fort St. Louis?
How suitable for defense did the writer find the Fort’s location in general?
Due to its mud-covered exteriors and interiors, the writer concluded that the Fort's structures
were ineffective for defense. The building's roof was likewise covered in buffalo hides, but he
thought that the ground was excellent terrain for protection.
Chapter 3:
"Stephen Austin Reacts to the Fredonian Rebellion "
1- what do you think were some of the more demanding words and phrases that Austin
used to describe the Fredonian rebels and their cause?
Austin claimed that these males were criminals fascinated with violence, making them worse
than Native Americans. Also, the fact that Austin viewed the Fredonian rebels as no longer
Americans but rather desperate outlaws who had no other goal than to destroy the nation was
among the most scathing adjectives and phrases he used to characterize them.
2-how did Austin try to use the
Fredonians’ alliance Cherokee Indians
to rally his people to
end the revolt?
Austin attempted to gather his people to end the uprising by urging them to take up arms for
liberty. In contrast, the Fredonian rebels siding with the Indians swore to continue a war of
murder and plunder against Texans. He tried to persuade people to live up to national standards
and defend their families and property.
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3-what motivations do you think Austin had for refusing to join the Fredonian Rebellion
and for supporting the Mexi
can government’s efforts to suppress it?
The motivations that caused Austin to refuse to join the Fredonian Rebellion was his desire for
peace with the Mexicans. And his diplomatic style instead of barbarism and murder.
"The Law of April 6, 1830"
1-In what major ways did the law propose to change Texas after 1830?
Immigration was made more challenging by the passport requirement, the ban on slavery, the
prohibition on emigrants settling in the areas bordering their homes, and the legalization of
Mexican settlers.
2- According to the law, what changes regarding slavery would take place?
Prevented bringing in any new slaves or slave trade of any kind.
3- Why do you think Anglo-Texans objected to the Law of April 6, 1830?
the Anglo-Texans objected to the Law of April 6, 1830, because there was an allowance for the
Mexican government to seize lands for its use and not interfere with their slave practices.
Chapter 4:
"The Texas Declaration of Causes for Taking up Arms against Santa Anna"
1- According to the document, why did Texas take up arms against Santa Anna?
Texas took up arms against Santa Anna because they felt that their liberties and rights were
taking away from them so wanted to fully separate from Mexico and become a self-governing
entity.
2- How did Texans plan to reward members of the volunteer army?
In exchange for their service, the volunteer army would be given land, and non-citizens would
also be given citizenship.
3- To what degree did American ideals and principles influence the Texans?
American ideals significantly influenced Texans, who refused to relinquish their rights and
opposed Santa Anna's and carried the American ideal of freedom to their new homes.
"Travis' 'Victory or Death' Letter of February 24, 1836"
1-How did Travis attempt to create a sense of urgency with this letter?
Travis wrote in the letter that he needed everyone to help him, and the enemy received
reinforcements daily. In the end, he noted that they will stay till they die as a soldier.
2-In the name of what did Travis call on his fellow Americans to come to his aid? Why do
you think he did so?
Travis called on his fellow Americans to get their attention due to their Liberty and patriotism,
hoping they would do so and aid him.
3-In your opinion what was the purpose of Travis's postscript? Explain.
To inspire them further and entice them in a desirable manner to assist him by appealing to their
delicate nerves.
Chapter 5:
"Hugh McLeod's Description of the Council House Fight"
1- According to McLeod, why did the Comanche only bring one captive? What was the
source of this information?
The Comanche only brought one captive because they didn't trust the Texans, and they believed
that the Texans would offer a high price for her to be released to them.
2- According to McLeod, how and when did the violence at the Council House meeting
start?
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Violence at the Council House meeting started in March after the council requested the chiefs to
bring the prisoners forward. The Comanche began to battle their way out, and many dead were
the cause of such acts.
3- keeping in mind the context of this event, who do you think was at fault for this
unfortunate incident and why?
The incident was attributed to Texans' attempts to take the native's lands, causing more trouble
than the already existing conflict between Spaniards and Natives.
"Lamar's Address to the People of Santa Fe"
1-What is the purpose of Lamar's letter to the people of Santa Fe?
Lamar wanted to convince the people of Santa Fe to join the Texans and be part of the
government of Texas.
2-Based on this letter, how do you think Lamar truly viewed the citizens of Santa Fe?
He believed that they were advantageous for securing the Republic of Texas' claims.
3-Does Lamar make any veiled threats in his letter to those who do not subject themselves
to Texas authority?
He stated veiled threats in his letter, reinstated that it was their decision, and reminded them that
the fight for freedom took many resources, but it was well worth it.