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Age of Contact

Time Travelers Guild: Unlocking the Secrets of the

Passport

Time Traveler's Guild

Age of Contact

Introduction

Breakout Objective: Identify important individuals, events, and issues related to European exploration of Texas.

Welcome, brave time travelers! You’ve just been recruited as junior historians by the Time Traveler’s Guild, tasked with exploring the 'Age of Contact' in Texas. Armed with your digital passport, you will journey across time, uncovering the secrets of six daring explorers. Along the way, you’ll face puzzles and challenges that will test your knowledge of Texas history. Solve each level, stamp your passport, and unlock the mysteries of the past to become a Master Time Traveler!

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Missions

Time Traveler's Guild: The Age of Contact

Mapping the Unknown

Alonso Alvarez de Pineda 1492? – 1520

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Join Álvarez de Pineda as he charts the Texas coast in 1519. Navigate the mysteries of unexplored lands and uncover how this mapping changed the course of history.

What was one of Alonso Alvarez de Pineda's significant contributions?

Finding gold in Texas

Creating the first known map of the Texas coastline

Dicovering the Pacific Ocean

Settling in Mexico

Which river did Pineda possibly identify and name Espiritu Santo?

Rio Grande

Brazos River

Mississippi River

Trinity River

What was the original of Alonso Alvarez de Pineda's expedition?

To find gold and treasure

To discover a passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean

To create detailed maps of the coastline

To establish a settlement in Florida

Fill in the Blank

Pineda named the river Las Palmas, which is believed to be the modern-day _______________ River. Pineda’s expedition discovered that Florida was not an island but a _______________..Pineda mapped two major Texas bays: Corpus Christi and _______________ . Pineda’s mapping efforts covered several modern-day U.S. states, including Florida, Alabama, _______________, and Louisiana.

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peninsula

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gulf

Trinity

Mississippi

Matagorda Bay

Congrats, Navigator! You've mapped the Texas coast like Pineda. Your passport is stamped!

GOOD!

You have your first stamp!

Here you go!

Mission 1 Complete

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Missions

Time Traveler's Guild: The Age of Contact

Survivor of the Wild

Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca (1490? – 1557?)

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Travel alongside Cabeza de Vaca as he survives shipwrecks and encounters with Native peoples. Can you retrace his journey and discover the key to his survival?

What significant aspect do Cabeza de Vaca's writings detail?

A. Native American Tribes, plants, and animalsB. Route to the Pacific OceanC. Spanish politicsD. European plants and animals

What was the primary goal of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca's expedition in 1527?

a. To document the flora and fauna of Texasb. To search for gold and establish colonies in Florida c. To find a route to Mexico d. To rescue Native Americans from slavery

How did Cabeza de Vaca's reputation change during his time with the Karankawa?

a. He became a wealthy traderb. He earned the reputation of a medicine man c. He was appointed as a leader d. He was viewed as a threat by the natives

What happened to the majority of the Spanish crew during the expedition?

a. They successfully established a colonyb. They were captured and enslaved c. They drowned or died from disease and starvation d. They returned to Spain

What was Cabeza de Vaca's purpose in writing "La relación y comentarios"?

a. To criticize the Spanish governmentb. To provide a detailed map of Texas c. To share his experiences and observations d. To document the gold found in America

Order the Route

a. ___________ Houston, Texas b. ___________ Mexico City, Mexico c. ___________ Santiago de Cuba d. ___________ St . Petersburg, Florida e. ___________ El Paso, Texas

Number the cities along the Narváez/Cabeza de Vaca expedition route from 1 to 5 in the order in which they were visited, with 1 being the first and 5 being the last .The numbers in the correct order will be your password for Mission 2.

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Well done, Survivor! You've conquered the wild with Cabeza de Vaca!

GREAT!

You earned another stamp!

Great!

Mission 2 Complete

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Missions

Time Traveler's Guild: The Age of Contact

The Guide's Legacy

Step into Estevanico’s shoes as he leads expeditions through the American Southwest. Can you solve the riddles of his journey and find the cities of gold he searched for?

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What was one of Estevanico's roles during his expeditions?

Scouting routes ahead of the expeditionNavigating their shipsRecording the journey in a diaryLeading the entire expedition

What was Estavanico searching for with the Catholic priest in Texas?

A new trade routeThe Seven Cities of Golda place to settleThe Mississippi River

13 Years old (early 1500s)

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1539

Who accompanied Estevanico on his expedition to Florida in 1528?

A) Hernando de SotoB) Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca C) René-Robert Cavelier D) Francisco Vázquez de Coronado

What inspired other explorers to head north from Mexico after Estevanico’s disappearance?

A) The discovery of a city made of gold B) Stories of El Dorado told by Fray Marcos C) Estevanico’s messagesD) Native American legends

Fill in the Blank

After living with various Native Texan people, Estevanico and Cabeza de Vaca traveled through Texas to ______.Fray Marcos returned to Mexico after reporting that he had seen a huge city covered in ______. In 1539, Estevanico was ordered back to Texas to search for the seven golden cities of ______. Estevanico and Cabeza de Vaca survived by working as _____________ during their travels through Texas.

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servants

Cibola or El Dorado

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gold

Mexico

Cuba

medicine men

Great work, Explorer! You’ve followed Estevanico’s trail!

GOOD!

Your passport is stamped!

Keep it up!

Mission 3 Complete

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Time Traveler's Guild: The Age of Contact

Journey of Discovery

Follow De Soto and Moscoso as they traverse Texas searching for riches. Your challenge is to complete their path and uncover the hardships they faced.

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Hernando De Soto (1496 - 1542) & Lis de Moscoso (1505 - 1551)

a. Scientific knowledge b. Gold and wealth c. New trade routes d. Religious freedom

What was Hernando De Soto searching for during his expedition in North America?

a. He crossed the Mississippi River b. He discovered a new continentc. He returned to Spain d. He established a settlement

3. What event occurred in 1541 during De Soto's expedition?

a. Cabeza de Vaca b. Fray Marcos c. Luis de Moscoso Alvarado d. A native chief

After De Soto's death, who took over leadership of the expedition?

a. They established peaceful trade relationships b. They spread diseases resulting in many deaths c. They introduced new crops and livestock d. They built schools and churches

What consequence did the De Soto/Moscoso expedition have on the local population?

a. He had found great treasures b. He was able to establish trade routes c. He was unable to find wealthy cities d. He made peace with local tribes

What did Moscoso report upon returning to Mexico?

True or False

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False

Drag the statements to the correct column. Once sorted, the numbers in column 2, in order from greatest to least will be your mission 4 code.

De Soto's expedition crossed the Mississippi River in 1541.

Hernando de Soto began his expedition into North America in 1539

De Soto successfully found a large amount of wealth during his expedition.

Hernando de Soto had previously helped conquer the Aztec Empire in Mexico.

De Soto’s expedition explored what is now the Northeastern United States.

Luis de Moscoso Alvarado became the new leader of the expedition after De Soto’s death.

De Soto was searching North America for gold and wealth similar to what he had taken in South America.

During their journey, Moscoso’s expedition made peace with the Caddo people.

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"Success! You've completed De Soto and Moscoso's quest!

GOOD!

Your passport has another stamp!

There you go!

Mission 4 Complete

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Quest for Quivira

Set off with Coronado as he searches for the legendary Seven Cities of Gold. Can you solve the clues that led him through the vast Texas plains?

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Francisco Vazquez de Cornado (1510 - 1554)

Quest for QuiviraInstructions

First, read the text for Coronado's exploration. When you open the next page, slips of paper with questions and answer choices will fall out. You must organize the answer papers to match their question. Once you have matched them, the answers to the questions will be your Mission 5 code.

Deserted Island Map

Bravo, Adventurer! Coronado’s journey is yours to claim!

GOOD!

Stamp achieved!

There you go!

Mission 5 Complete

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La Salle's Last Stand

Join La Salle on his ill-fated journey to establish a French colony in Texas. Your mission is to uncover what went wrong and why his expedition ended in disaster.

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Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle (1643 - 1687)

Read the text, then find all 7 hidden areas to unlock the questions for Mission 6.

La Salle's Last Stand

Impressive! You’ve solved La Salle’s mystery.

GOOD!

Your final passport stamp is secured!

There you go!

Mission 6 Complete

Way to GO!

You have explored the your way through the Age of Contact and collected all of the stamps needed for your passport! To return back to your time, you must demonstrate the knowledge you have received on this journey! Once you have shown that you understand the time period, you will be able to return home. Click next to test your knowledge!

The Final Voyage

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La Salle

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Cabeza De Vaca

Pineda

The Final Voyage

Determine whether the reasons for exploration applied MOST to Spanish or French explorers or to both groups. Select an S for Spanish, F for French, or B for Both to make your code. Use the letters from top to bottom in each row.

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Congratulations adventurer! You have shown great bravery and wit. You have successfully overcome each challenge and have managed to build the raft that will take you back to the civilized world. May your journey back be filled with new adventures and excitement!!

CONGRATULATIONS!

Play again!

Wow, you got it!

Don't give up!

Ouch!

even the greatest explorers faced unexpected challenges

Don't be discouraged, the adventure is not over yet! Take a moment to rest and try again. Remember every mistake is a learning opportunity that will bring you closer to victory. Cheer up, brave adventurer!

In what year was the ship La Belle discovered? a. 1684 b. 1686 c. 1688 d. 1995

Question # 7

INSTRUCTIONS: Complete the sentences by dragging and dropping the correct word into each of the blanks. Once in the correct order, the letters in front of the words, in order, will be your Mission 1 code.

According to the passage, what happened to one of La Salle's ships in the West Indies? a. It sank during a storm b. It was attacked and taken by pirates c. It returned to France due to a lack of supplies d. It successfully reached the mouth of the Mississippi

Question # 5

INSTRUCTIONS: Complete the sentences by dragging and dropping the correct word into each of the blanks. Once in the correct order, the letters in front of the words, in order, will be your Mission 1 code.

Welcome to a new mission in our exciting adventure! In this challenging task, you will face unique obstacles that will test your wit and teamwork. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world full of mysteries and emotions, where every decision will bring you closer to victory.Let the survival begin!

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Mission

3. How did La Salle's colony fare during its establishment? a. It thrived and expanded rapidly b.It established strong relations with the Karankawa c. It was immediately abandonedd. It struggled to survive and many settlers died

Question # 6

INSTRUCTIONS: Complete the sentences by dragging and dropping the correct word into each of the blanks. Once in the correct order, the numbers in front of the words, in order, will be your Mission 1 code.

What was the primary goal of La Salle's expedition in 1684? a. To explore the West Indies b. To build a colony and challenge Spanish control c. To establish trade with Native Americans d. To find a new route to Asia

Question # 4

What brought French explorer Rene-Robert Cavalier, Sieur de La Salle to the coast of Texas?A. He thought this was where the Mississippi River emptied with the Gulf of Mexico. B. He believed the Texas Indians were rich with gold. C. He was looking for the "Fountain of Youth."D. He was searching for the Northwest Passage to Asia.

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Why did the Spanish become more interested in colonizing Texas after La Salle's expedition? A) They feared losing it to the French B) They discovered gold there C) They wanted to spread Christianity D) They needed new land for farming

Question # 3

In this window, you will find a series of key clues that will help you solve the challenges and puzzles that await you on this deserted island. Remember to keep your eyes wide open and work as a team to decipher each riddle.

Clue

What did La Salle name the land he claimed along the Mississippi River? A) New Spain B) Louisiana C) Texas D) Florida

Question # 2