Unit 7 lesson 2 Review Warmup

Why did Mexico wish to attract settlers to Texas?

• To create a buffer from Indian attacks
• To retain its land claim
• To generate more tax revenue due to recent wars
• To build a stronger army using the increased population

Who was the first President of The Republic of Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin
• George Childress
• Juan Seguin
• Sam Houston

Who settled the "first 300" in Texas?

• Moses Austin
• Stephen F. Austin
• Yosemite Sam
• Lorenzo de Zavala

From whom did Mexico gain Independence? (Who did they have to fight to gain independence?)

• U.S.
• England
• Spain
• France

In what battle did "Come and Take it" become a significant motto for the Texas Revolution?

• The Battle of Gonzales
• The Battle of the Alamo
• The Battle of Goliad
• The Battle of San Jacinto

Who led Mexico's forces during the Texas Revolution?

• Santa Claus
• Santa Anna
• Sam Houston
• Jose Urrea

What was Texas' economic situation when it became a nation?

• Rich from spoils of war
• Rich due to boom in Cotton Prices
• Bankrupt (Poor) due to cost of war and low production output

• Bankrupt (Poor) because Texas had to pay off Mexico for Peace

What was the final battle of the Texas Revolution?

• Battle of Goliad
• Battle of the Alamo
• Siege of San Antonio
• Battle of San Jacinto