Mexican Independence

Why did Rubi go to Texas?

• The Spanish King sent him to report on conditions

• To try and start a new mission

• To work toward peace with the Native Americans

Which of the following was one of Rubi's recommendations for Texas?

• Spain should continue the mission system

• The Spanish population should move to the Houston area

• San Antonio should be the capital of Texas

What was the Louisiana Purchase?

• Mexico bought Louisiana from Spain

• The United States bought Louisiana from France

• Texas bought Louisiana from France

How did the Louisiana Purchase affect Texas?

• It made the United States neighbors with Texas

• It made France neighbors with Texas

• It made Spain neighbors with Texas

What set the boundaries between the United States and New Spain?

• Louisiana Purchase

• Rubi's report

• Adams Onis Treaty

What was the goal of filibusters?

• To stir up rebellion and wage war

• To prevent the expansion of the United States

• To win Mexico's independence

Who issued the "Cry of Dolores"?

• Jose Gutierrez

• Miquel Hidalgo

• Philip Nolan

What lead to the defeat of the Republican Army of the North?

• Battle of Medina

• Cry of Dolores

• Mexican Independence

What year did Mexico gain independence from Spain?

• 1836

• 1776

• 1821

What was the largest effect of Independence on Texas?

• The Native Americans began to respect the missions

• The loss of people in Texas

• The population growth