Mexican Independence and Settlement of Texas

Who was a key figure in Mexico's fight for independence?

• Moses Austin

• Stephen F. Austin

• Father Miguel Hidalgo

• Erasmo Seguín

Which battle in Texas was a significant event during Mexico's fight for independence?

• Battle of Medina

• Battle of the Alamo

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of Gonzales

What was the name of the Mexican federal Constitution in 1824?

• State Colonization Law of 1825

• Mexican Constitution of 1824

• Texas-Mexico Constitution

• Federalist Constitution of Mexico

Which individual played a significant role in the Mexican settlement of Texas?

• Martín De León

• José Gutiérrez de Lara

• Green DeWitt

• All of the above

What was the purpose of Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo settlement in Texas?

• To establish trade routes

• To expand their empires

• To escape religious persecution

• All of the above

Which individual was involved in the merger of Texas and Coahuila as a state?

• Moses Austin

• Stephen F. Austin

• Erasmo Seguín

• Green DeWitt

What was the impact of Mexico becoming an independent nation on Texas?

• Increased immigration from Mexico

• Expansion of slavery

• Texas becoming a separate country

• All of the above

Who was the first empresario to bring Anglo settlers to Texas?

• Moses Austin

• Stephen F. Austin

• Erasmo Seguín

• Martín De León

What was the State Colonization Law of 1825?

• A law that prohibited slavery in Texas

• A law that encouraged immigration to Texas

• A law that granted land to Mexican settlers

• A law that established the Texas Rangers

How did Texans adapt to and modify the environment?

• Building dams and reservoirs

• Constructing irrigation systems

• Clearing land for agriculture

• All of the above