Semester Exam 2024

The Mexican army rode into this town to confiscate a cannon. The Texans fought the MX cavalry and pushed them back. What was this event, which marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

• The Battle of the Alamo

• The Battle of San Jacinto

• The Battle of San Antonio

• The Battle of Gonzales

What is the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• It was the turning point of the war. It inspired Texans to fight against Santa Anna.

• It was the final battle of the Texas Revolution, where we won our independence from Mexico.

• It was the first battle of the Texas Revolution.

• It was the first major battle of the Texas Revolution

What significant role did Sam Houston play during the Texas Revolution?

• He was the first President of the Republic of Texas.

• He wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence.

• He authored the Texas state Constitution.

• He was the leader/commander of the Texas army

Who was the first person in command of the Alamo?

• Lt. Colonel William B. Travis

• Colonel David Crockett

• Colonel Neil

• Colonel Jim Bowie

What is the significance of the Battle of the Alamo?

• It was the turning point of the Revolution. It inspired Texans to fight Santa Anna.

• It was the first battle of the Texas Revolution.

• It was the last battle of the Revolution, where we gained our independence from Mexico.

• It was the first MAJOR battle of the Revolution.

At Washington on the Brazos, What document did George C. Childress write?

• The Mexican Constitution of 1824

• The Texas Declaration of Independence

• The U.S. Declaration of Independence.

• The Law of April 6, 1830

What event marked the beginning of the Mexican National Period?

• Pineda claiming Texas for Spain in 1519.

• Stephen F. Austin successfully immigrating 20,000 Anglos to Texas.

• Mexican independence from Spain.

• Texas independence from Mexico.

• LaSalle making a French claim to Texas in 1685.

What is a common characteristic of major Texas cities?

• They are densely populated.

• They contain ethnically diverse populations.

• They are urban industrial centers.

• They are located near water resources.

What is the name of the document that s similar to the Mexican Federal Constitution of 1824? It is the main reason why the Texans liked it so much.

• The U.S. Constitution

• The U.S. Declaration of Independence

• The Law of April 6, 1830

• The Mexican Colonization Act of 1825

• The English Bill of Rights

Goliad Massacre

Battle of San Jacinto

Battle of Coleto

Runaway Scrape

Which event best summarizes the events included above?

• The American Revolution

• The Mexican War of Independence

• The War with France

• The Texas Revolution

• Conflicts at Anahuac