Texas Independence w/video ~ Review Quiz (Burns)

What was the role of empresarios in the early 1800s in Texas?

• They were military leaders.

• They recruited settlers to move to Texas.

• They acted as translators between the settlers and Native Americans.

• They were responsible for teaching new settlers how to farm.

Why did the Texan settlers start thinking about independence?

• Because they wanted to join the United States immediately.

• Because Mexico tried to impose high taxes on them.

• Because Santa Anna acted like a dictator and threw out the Constitution.

• Because they were not allowed to speak English.

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

• The Texans won and gained a significant advantage.

• The Mexican forces were completely defeated.

• All the Texan defenders were killed.

• The battle ended in a draw with no clear winner.

What was the significance of the Goliad Massacre?

• It marked the end of the Texas Revolution.

• It was the first battle of the Texas Revolution.

• It led to the capture of Santa Anna.

• It motivated the Texans to continue fighting for independence.

How did the Texas Revolution end?

• With the signing of the Treaty of Velasco.

• With the annexation of Texas by the United States.

• With Texas becoming a part of Mexico again.

• With a peace conference between Texas and Mexico.

Which river is considered the boundary between Texas and Mexico?

• Ohio River

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

• Rio Grande

Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• Sam Houston

• George Washington

What was the slogan used by the Texians during the Texas Revolution?

• Remember the Texas Rangers!

• Don't forget the Battle of San Jacinto!

• Recall the Battle of Gonzales!

• Remember the Alamo!

Who was the Mexican president during the Texas Revolution?

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Antonio López de Santa Anna

• Emiliano Zapata

• Benito Juárez

What was the capital of the Republic of Texas?

• Houston

• Austin

• Dallas

• San Antonio