Texas Revolution Quiz

When did European colonization of America begin?

• 17th century

• 16th century

• 15th century

• 18th century

Which European countries struggled to colonize the new world?

• French, Spanish, and Portuguese

• British, French, and Portuguese

• British, French, and Spanish

• British, Spanish, and Dutch

Who settled Texas in the 17th century?

• England

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

Which country claimed Texas after the French attempt?

• Spain

• France

• Netherlands

• England

What was the population of Texas in the 18th century?

• Tens of thousands

• A few hundred

• Hundreds of thousands

• A few thousand

Which country sold Louisiana to the United States in 1803?

• Spain

• France

• Netherlands

• England

What was the purpose of the Empresario system in Texas?

• To promote agriculture in Texas

• To turn American filibusters into Mexican citizens

• To recruit settlers from Europe

• To establish trade with Native American tribes

Who led the Texian army during the Texas Revolution?

• William Travis

• Jim Bowie

• Davy Crockett

• Sam Houston

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

• Stalemate

• Truce

• Texian victory

• Mexican victory

When did the United States officially annex Texas?

• 1845

• 1850

• 1836

• 1824