The Texas Convention of 1836-3.0

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What was the main purpose of the Convention of 1836 held at Washington-on-the-Brazos?

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To declare Texas independent from Mexico

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Who led the writing of the Texas Declaration of Independence?

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George Childress

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Explain why the delegates at the Convention of 1836 felt the need to declare independence from Mexico.

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They felt their rights were not being respected by the Mexican government.

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What significant event occurred just days after the Convention of 1836?

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The Battle of the Alamo

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Identify one key leader from the Convention of 1836 who later became the first vice president of the Republic of Texas.

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Lorenzo de Zavala

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Describe the outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto and its significance for Texas.

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It was a victory for Texans, securing their independence from Mexico.

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What document was written and approved on March 2, 1836, during the Convention of 1836?

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The Texas Declaration of Independence

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Why is Washington-on-the-Brazos referred to as the "Birthplace of Texas"?

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It was where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed.

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What was one of the actions taken by the delegates at the Convention of 1836 besides declaring independence? Options: They established a permanent government for Texas. They wrote a constitution and created a temporary government. They formed an alliance with France. They abolished all Mexican laws in Texas.

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They wrote a constitution and created a temporary government.

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Which Mexican leader's actions contributed to the Texans' decision to fight for independence?

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General Santa Anna