San Antonio History Buff Challenge
Test your knowledge of San Antonio's rich history
Question 1 of 12San Antonio History Buff Challenge
Idyllic quiz San Antonio History Buff Challenge All 12 questions
- When was San Antonio founded?1836 · 1718 · 1776 · 1725
- Who founded San Antonio?Stephen F. Austin · Martín de Alarcón · José de Escandón · Antonio Lopez
- What significant structure was established in San Antonio in the same year as its founding?Alamo Plaza · San Fernando Cathedral · Military Plaza · Mission San Antonio de Valero
- Which notable battle occurred near San Antonio on September 17, 1842?Battle of Alamo · Battle of San Jacinto · Battle of Plum Creek · Battle of Salado Creek
- When did San Antonio become part of the newly admitted U.S. state of Texas?1845 · 1850 · 1848 · 1836
- Which year saw the establishment of the U.S. Army's Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio?1871 · 1865 · 1890 · 1846
- Which significant annual event in San Antonio started in 1891?Cinco de Mayo · Luminaria · Texas Independence Day · Fiesta San Antonio
- Which architectural landmark in San Antonio was built in 1929?Alamo Mission · Tower Life Building · Majestic Theatre · Spanish Governor's Palace
- The San Antonio River Walk is famous for its:Pedestrian walkways along the river · Skyline views · Mountain bike trails · Desert parks
- Which railroad's arrival in 1877 spurred major growth in San Antonio?Santa Fe Railroad · Union Pacific Railroad · Galveston, Harrisburg, and San Antonio Railroad · Missouri Pacific Railroad
- Which event led to significant growth in military establishments in San Antonio?Construction of the Alamo · Creation of Fiesta San Antonio · Establishment of army airfields · Annexation of Texas
- Which National Historical Park in San Antonio preserves several Spanish frontier missions?Fort Sam Houston · Mission Concepción · San Fernando Cathedral · San Antonio Missions