Texas Revolution

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

• Battle of Gonzales
• Battle of the Alamo
• Goliad Massacre
• Battle of San Jacinto

Why is the Battle of the Alamo significant?

• It inspired the Texans to fight stronger
• It discouraged the Texan army
• It was an important win for the Texans
• Everyone, including the Mexican soldiers,died at the hands of Santa Anna

Santa Anna ordered to execute prisoners at-

• The Massacre of Goliad
• The Battle of the Alamo
• The Massacre of Coleto
• The Battle of Gonzales

Why did William B Travis write his letter at the Alamo that he signed "Victory or death!" ?

• To ask for reinforcements/help
• To announce their victory
• To inform Americans of their plans
• To announce his surrender

Name the general and president who became the dictator of Mexico during the Texas Revolution.

• Jose Urrea
• Stephen F Austin
• Santa Anna
• William B. Travis

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What event caused Stephen F Austin to support the idea of revolution?

• Mier Y Teran Report
• Arrest in Mexico city
• The Law of April 6, 1830
• All of the above

What was the name of the former mission in San Antonio where an important battle occurred in the Texas Revolution?

• Goliad
• Alamo
• Gonzales
• San Jacinto

Who was the former congressman who fought at the Alamo?

• Davy Crockett
• Sam Houston
• Juan Seguin
• Stephen F Austin

Which of the following was a reason that Texans were upset with the Mexican government and a cause for the Texas Revolution?

• Santa Anna killed prisoners of war in Goliad
• President Andrew Jackson of the US refused to send troops
• Texans met at the Consultation to create a new government
• The Mexican government outlawed American immigration

What was the main purpose of the Law of April 6,1830?

• stop U.S. immigration to Texas. 
• to end trade between Texas and Mexico.
• to block Mexicans from settling in Texas.
• to prevent Texas from declaring independence.