Texas Revolution Quiz

Mexico's initial attitude toward Texian settlers is best described as:

• Indifferent

• Welcoming

• Suspicious

• Hostile

The Law of April 6, 1830 signaled a major shift in:

• Mexican treatment of American immigrants.

• The United States' diplomatic relations with Texas.

• The American policy of westward expansion.

• The Land rights of Tejano farmers.

Which group stood to benefit the most from gaining independence from Mexico?

• Slaves

• Indians

• Tejanos

• Texians

What is notable about Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna's decision to lead Mexican troops into Texas?

• He was a firm believer in democracy.

• He had nullified Mexico's constitution.

• He was the sitting president of Mexico.

• He had just finalized a peace treaty with Stephen Austin.

What is the main reason that Texians lost the Battle of the Alamo?

• They had no leader

• They lacked a genuine will to fight

• They were greatly outnumbered

• Their fort was poorly designed

Which of the following was a consequence of the Goliad Massacre?

• Thousands of Texians fled to Mexico for safety.

• The United States declared war on Mexico.

• Many Texians joined forces with Santa Anna's army.

• Texian rebels became more unified and motivated.

Why did Mexico reject the Treaties of Velasco?

• Their troops had already recaptured most of Texas.

• The country was more focused on its war with America.

• Leaders considered the agreement invalid.

• It allowed the United States to annex Texas.

What was a direct result of the Texas Revolution?

• Texas and Mexico established peaceful relations.

• Tejanos assumed leadership positions in the new republic.

• Tensions worsened between Mexico and America.

• Stephen Austin was elected the first president of Texas.

The annexation of Texas was the ______ of the Mexican-American War.

• Cause

• Goal

• Climax

• Result

What does the Texas Revolution have in common with the American Revolution?

• A unified group defended its land against a powerful invader.

• A rebel force triumphed over a much stronger enemy.

• Colonists faced off against their home government.

• The battle for independence stretched on for years.