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Who won the Battle of the Alamo?

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Mexico

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How did the defense of the Alamo contribute to Texas’ independence from Mexico?

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The courage of the defenders led many Texans to join General Houston and resist Mexican forces.

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How did William B. Travis and James Bowie act similarly to contribute to the independence of Texas?

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Both served as leaders of the Alamo during the attack by Santa Anna.

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The Victory or Death letter was intended to --

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inform other Texans that reinforcements were needed at the Alamo

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Definition of Treaty

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a formal agreement between countries

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How would you describe the sequence of the battle of San Jacinto?

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Sam Houston surprised an attack on the Mexican Gen. Santa Anna along the San Jacinto River. Due to the surprise attack, victory was Houston’s.

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Many Texans fled during the Runaway Scrape because they —

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feared harsh treatment from Santa Anna

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What direction did Santa Anna's army move while chasing Sam Houston's army?

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East

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During Texas' fight for independence, Sam Houston and his troops retreated to avoid battle with the Mexican military. Why did he continuously withdraw his troops?

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to give his troops time to train

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This old mission was used as a fort and was the sight of one of the most important battles of the war.

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The Alamo