California Missions

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California Missions

• By Mrs. Nolan

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There are 21 missions in California

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Physical Description of Missions

• Quadrangle

• Courtyard in the center

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Father Juniper Sera

• Father Sera was the innovator and founder of most
  of the missions.

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Most of the missions were founded from 1769 - 1781
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Economy of the Missions

• Most of the missions were self-sufficient.
• They produced many crops like citrus and
  vegetables.
• Vineyards produced many wines.
• Animals were raised.
• Leather was cured and tanned
• Lace and other clothing was made.

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Indians Tribes

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Many tribes lived and worked in the
missions. They includeChumash, York's,Yokes,
Miwok, Maidu,Mojave and others.
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Comprehension Questions

1. How many missions were in California?
2. Give the physical descriptions of the missions.
3. Who was the person/persons most noted for the
   founding of the mission.
4. Tell us about the economy of the missions..
5. Name two of the Indian Tribes that lived and
   worked at the missions.

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References Cited

• 1. Harcourt Brace/Social Studies Text Spanish
  California Chapter Three
• 2.Google Search California Indians
• 3.http//missions.bgmm.com

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