James Bowie

The author most likely wrote this selection to --

• persuade the reader to join the army

• entertain the reader with a made-up story about James Bowie

• inform the reader about James Bowie

• explain the difference between James Bowie and William B. Travis

What is the most likely reason James Bowie left the U.S to go to Texas?

• He was looking for a new adventure.

• He was trying to run away from the person he got into a fight with.

• He heard that a lot of people in Texas wanted the Bowie knife.

• He wanted to participate in the Texas Revolution.

Which statement best describes how Bowie and Travis first got along at the

Alamo?

• When the Texas Revolution began, James Bowie was ready for action.

• The two clashed over who would lead the group of men at the Alamo.

• He could not fight against Santa Anna and the Mexican Army because he was so

  weak.

• When the Alamo was overtaken, Bowie was found and killed.

Which of the following statements describe James Bowie?

(Select all that apply)

• He was the first president of Texas.

• A large knife is named after him

• He took a petition to the Mexican government.

• He was one of the leaders at the Alamo.

Do you think the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo would have been

different if Bowie hadn’t been sick and could lead the men? Explain.