Europeans and Texas Natives-Primary Sources Lesson

Native Americans were always welcoming to all explorers.

Native Americans were fearful and defensive toward all explorers.

Native Americans responded with kindness to Cabeza de Vaca but with caution and fear to Coronado.

Native Americans ignored them.

He encountered many hostile tribes.

He found open plains with no landmarks.

He discovered large cities and gold.

He was unable to travel due to harsh weather.

Past experiences with Europeans

Geographic location

Cultural differences

All of the above

The relationship between the soldiers and the natives was marked by fear and mistrust.

The relationship was based on mutual respect and understanding.

The natives welcomed the soldiers with open arms and trust.

The soldiers and natives had a friendly and cooperative relationship.

Joutel describes a violence between Europeans and Natives.

Joutel's account focuses only on the Natives' anger towards the Europeans.

Joutel mentions that the Europeans were prepared for battle upon arrival.

Joutel’s descriptions shows equal surprise and the use of peaceful motions.