FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE
SPANISH COLONIES
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Question
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One reason the Spanish wanted to befriend the Comanches was ____
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to gain their assistance against the Apaches
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to secure the right to travel across Comanche hunting grounds
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because the Comanches were eager to convert to Christianity
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to gain their help against the French in Louisiana
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Spanish promised the Comanches free access to New Mexican markets and trade fairs, distribution of presents to friendly chiefs, and regulation of the fairs so that the shrewd New Mexican traders could not cheat their Native clients.
Detailed explanation-2: -Missions were established to convert American Indians into Catholic citizens who would be loyal to Spain. They would also prevent other European countries, such as France, from trying to colonize Texas.
Detailed explanation-3: -Rubí suggested that Spain abandon all its missions in Texas except those at San Antonio and Goliad (La Bahía).
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