The Battle of the Alamo

When was the Battle of the Alamo fought?

• 1820s

• 1830s

• 1840s

• 1850s

Why did Americans move into Texas?

• To escape from Mexico

• To find gold

• To populate the north of their country

• To establish a new government

What led to the conflict between Americans and Mexicans in Texas?

• Mexican government allowed Americans to move into Texas

• Introduction of new taxes by Mexico

• Mexican outlawed further immigration from the United States

• General Santa Anna became Mexican president

Who was elected as Mexican president in 1833?

• Colonel Travis

• General Santa Anna

• General Houston

• President Lincoln

What was the outcome of the Texan requests to General Santa Anna?

• All requests were granted

• Separate statehood for Texas was rejected

• Texas became an independent country

• General Santa Anna resigned

How many Mexican soldiers were sent to Texas to crush the rebellion?

• 100

• 300

• 500

• 1000

How long did the Battle of the Alamo last?

• 3 days

• 7 days

• 10 days

• 13 days

How many Texan soldiers were there at the beginning of the battle?

• 89

• 118

• 189

• 200

How many Mexican soldiers were there at the beginning of the battle?

• 1000

• 2000

• 3000

• 4000

What was the final outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

• Mexicans surrendered

• Texans surrendered

• Both sides suffered heavy losses

• Mexicans emerged victorious