The Battle of the Alamo Flashcard

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Who were the two individuals initially tasked with destroying the San Antonio de Valero?

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James Bowie and James Neill

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What was the original plan for the San Antonio de Valero before it was turned into a fort?

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To destroy it

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Who was left in charge of the Alamo after James Neill had to leave?

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William B. Travis

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What was the significance of the "no quarter" flag raised by Santa Anna?

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It meant no prisoners would be taken

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How many volunteers from Gonzalez, Texas, came to help the Texans at the Alamo?

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32

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What was the purpose of playing the song "El Deguello" by Santa Anna's forces?

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To keep the Texans awake

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On what date did the final attack on the Alamo occur?

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March 6, 1836

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Who were the only survivors of the Battle of the Alamo?

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Women, children, and a slave named Joe

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What message did Santa Anna send with Susanna Dickinson to Sam Houston?

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Surrender or die

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Who did NOT die at the Alamo? Options: James Bowie, William B Travis, Davy Crockett

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Sam Houston