Unit 5 Reteach and Corrections

Unit 5 Reteach & Corrections

On April 21, 1836, Sam Houston led Texian forces to a surprise victory over Santa Anna's army in just 18 minutes. This battle was crucial because it secured Texas's independence from Mexico. After the battle, Santa Anna was captured and forced to sign treaties recognizing Texas as an independent nation.

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Reading: Revolution

Multiple Choice

Who led the Texans to victory at the Battle of San Jacinto?

• Santa Anna

• Sam Houston

• Davy Crockett

• Jim Bowie

Open Ended

Explain who Sam Houston is and his importance to the Texas Revolution.

In June 1832, Texians gathered to express their frustrations with the Mexican government. They created a document called the Turtle Bayou Resolutions, which supported Santa Anna and the Mexican Constitution of 1824 and opposed centralist policies. The resolutions showed that many Texans wanted to fight against Mexico's increasing control and protect their rights.

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Reading: Challenging Mexican Authority

Multiple Choice

What was the purpose of the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?

• To support Mexican independence

• To Petition for Texas' independence

• To show support of Santa Anna

• To fight against Santa Anna

Open Ended

Explain the Turtle Bayou Resolutions and what lead Texans to creating them.

After the decisive Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 1836, Sam Houston's forces captured Mexican General Santa Anna. The Treaties of Velasco were signed on May 14, 1836, officially recognizing Texas as an independent nation. These treaties were the formal agreement that acknowledged Texas's independence from Mexico.

Reading: Winning Independence

Multiple Choice

What treaty recognized Texas as an independent nation?

• Treaty of Velasco

• Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo

• Treaty of Gonzales

• Treaty of San Jacinto

Open Ended

Explain the difference between the two treaties of Velasco. Did Mexico recognize/accept these treaties?

During the Texas Revolution, the physical landscape played a crucial role in military conflicts. At the Battle of Coleto Creek, the open prairie provided a significant advantage to the Mexican army. The flat, open terrain allowed Mexican forces to easily surround and overwhelm James Fannin's Texian troops, demonstrating how geography could determine the outcome of a battle.

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​Reading: Geography and Warfare

Multiple Choice

 How did physical geography affect the outcome of the Battle of Coleto Creek?

•  The dense forest provided protection for Fannin and his men.

•  The open prairie allowed the Mexican army to surround Fannin and his men.

• The deep canyon gave Fannin a defensive advantage.

• Rolling valleys acted as barriers for the Mexican troops.

Open Ended

Explain the Goliad Massacre and the events that lead up to it.

On March 2, 1836, Texas declared its independence from Mexico. After a series of battles and conflicts, the Texians established their own independent republic. The Republic of Texas existed from 1836 until it joined the United States on December 29, 1845.

​Reading: A New Nation

Multiple Choice

What year did Texas become an independent republic?

• 1845

• 1936

• 1834

• 1836

Draw

Map the major events of 1836 on the Texas map.

In 1826, a group of settlers led by Haden Edwards declared independence in the Nacogdoches area. This rebellion raised serious concerns within the Mexican government about the loyalty of American settlers. In response, Mexico implemented stricter immigration laws in 1830, aimed at limiting American immigration and increasing control over Texas. These laws established military garrisons and placed more restrictions on settlers, ultimately increasing tensions between the settlers and the Mexican government.

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​Fredonian Rebellion

Open Ended

Explain how the Fredonian Rebellion affected Mexico's policies toward Texas settlers.

The Battle of San Jacinto was a turning point in the Texas Revolution. On April 21, 1836, Sam Houston led Texian forces to a decisive victory over Santa Anna's army in just 18 minutes. This battle was significant because it:

• Secured Texas's independence from Mexico

• Resulted in the capture of Santa Anna

• Led to the signing of treaties recognizing Texas as an independent nation

• Became a defining moment

Battle of San Jacinto

Open Ended

 Describe the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto in Texas history.

Juan Seguín was a Tejano leader who played a crucial role in the Texas Revolution. He fought for Texas independence, served as a messenger during the siege of the Alamo, and later became a senator in the Republic of Texas. Seguín represents the important contribution of Tejanos to the fight for independence and the diverse nature of the Texas Revolution.

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​Juan Seguin

Open Ended

Who was Juan Seguín, and what role did he play in the Texas Revolution?

​Key Figures of the Texas Revolution

Several individuals played crucial roles in the Texas Revolution and the establishment of the Republic of Texas:

• George C. Childress: Credited as the primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence, which outlined the Texians' reasons for separating from Mexico. His work was presented at the Convention of 1836.

• Lorenzo de Zavala: A former Mexican official who became a supporter of Texas independence. He helped draft the Constitution of the Republic of Texas and served as the Republic’s first vice president.

• William B. Travis: A commander at the Battle of the Alamo. He is best known for his heroic leadership and his "Victory or Death" letter, which called for reinforcements and inspired Texians to continue the fight for independence.

• Sam Houston: A leader in the Texas Revolution who commanded the Texian army to victory at the Battle of San Jacinto. His leadership secured Texas's independence, and he later served as the first president of the Republic of Texas.

Open Ended

Explain the importance of George Childress, Lorenzo de Zavala, and William B Travis.

Studying the Texas Revolution helps us understand how Texas transformed from a Mexican territory to an independent republic and eventually a U.S. state. It reveals the complex interactions between different cultural groups, the struggles for rights and independence, and the important leadership that shaped Texas's history.

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Understanding History

Open Ended

Why is it important to study the Texas Revolution and its key figures?

Draw

Draw a timeline of the Texas Revolution