The Alamo's Fight- page 292- 295

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What is the Alamo?

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The Alamo is a historic site in San Antonio, Texas, known for the Battle of the Alamo in 1836, where Texian defenders fought against Mexican forces.

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What does 'chronological order' mean?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they occurred in time.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Santa Anna is coming!'?

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It indicates that a battle is imminent, signaling danger and urgency.

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What does 'cannon fire exchange' signify in a battle context?

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Cannon fire exchange signifies the start of a battle, marking the beginning of conflict between opposing forces.

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What does it mean if a building is described as 'crumbling'?

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If a building is described as 'crumbling', it means that it is falling apart or deteriorating.

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What is a 'protagonist'?

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A protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges and driving the plot forward.

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What does 'brave and helpful' suggest about a character's actions?

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It suggests that the character is willing to take risks to assist others, showing courage and kindness.

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What is 'cause and effect'?

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Cause and effect is a relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What does 'imminent' mean?

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Imminent means something is about to happen very soon.

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What is the role of 'Texians' in the Battle of the Alamo?

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Texians were the settlers in Texas who fought for independence from Mexico during the Texas Revolution.