Question

In his report in 1767, Marque´s de Rubi´ decided to abandon East Texas. What specific factors caused him to make this decision? Were they satisfying the primary goals of Spanish settlements and missions? Why or why not?

Answer 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

1. Following his inspection in 1767, Marque´s de Rubi´ decided to abandon East Texas because he realized that Presidios and Missions in the region were not thriving, while that of La Bahia and San Antonio de Bexar missions were the thriving

2. No. This is the reason Marque´s de Rubi´ recommend or decided to abandon East Texas

3. The Spanish settlements and mission are to have a religious territory founded to spread Christianity among the natives. However, due to factors like hostility of the natives, unfavorable topography and lower numbers of Spanish settlers, East Texas was not satisfying the primary goals of Spanish settlements and missions