Battle of Gonzales

Which battle is this flag associated with?

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of The Alamo

• Battle of Gonzales

• Grass fight

After Mexican Col. Castaneda realized his force was outnumbered and outgunned by the Texans at the Battle of Gonzales, he ordered a withdrawal to....

• Mexico City

• San Antonio (Bexar)

• Saltillo

• Nacogdoches

What did Stephen F. Austin realize about the conflict between Mexico and Texas?

• that it wouldn't be solved peacefully

• that it could be solved easily

• that it could be solved with diplomacy

• none of the above

Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?

• Goliad Massacre

• Battle of the Alamo

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of Gonzales

What is the significance of the Texan victory at the battle of Gonzales?

• Gave the Texans confidence in their fighting

• Proved independence could be achieved

• Showed Mexicans could be defeated

• All of the above

What word means "small battle"?

• Texas two-step

• skirmish

• victory

• dictator

What was the statement of principles adopted by the Consultation called?

• "Declaration of Independence"

• "Declaration of Sentiments"

• “Declaration of the People of Texas in General Convention Assembled”

• "Declaration of 3 Branches of Government"

The Battle of Gonzales is called "The Lexington of Texas" because...

• It is compared to the first battle of the American Revolution.

• it occurred in Lexington County.

• the cannon was a Lexington model 6-pounder.

• John H. Lexington was in charge of the Texans at Gonzales.

The strategy of the Texans at San Antonio was to...

• capture Cos and hold him for ransom until independence was granted.

• attack Cos as soon as possible.

• force Cos to sign a declaration of independence.

• lay siege on Cos and his army until they surrendered.

Texans set up a short-term government called the...

• Continental Congress of Texas.

• Federalist Council.

• Provisional Government.

• Texan Government of 1835.