The Battle of San Jacinto

Where were the Mexicans moving toward when Houston learned of Fannin's capture?

• Brazos River

• Colorado River

• Rio Grande

• Mississippi River

By March 25, how many men were in Houston's force?

• 800 men

• 1,000 men

• 1,200 men

• 1,500 men

Who was the Mexican general marching across the prairie on the morning of April 20?

• General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna

• Colonel Sidney Sherman

• General Sam Houston

• Colonel James Fannin

What was the Mexican army doing when Houston planned to attack?

• Eating lunch

• Taking a siesta

• Marching

• Preparing for battle

Who gave the order to advance at 4:30 pm during the Battle of San Jacinto?

• Santa Anna

• Lamar

• Houston

• Twin Sisters

What was the state of the Mexican camp during the battle?

• Calm and organized

• In confusion

• Ready for battle

• Abandoned

What were the "Twin Sisters" in the battle?

• They were a group of soldiers

• They were a type of cannon

• They were a defensive strategy

• They were a communication system

What disguise did Santa Anna use to escape during the battle?

• Uniform of a common soldier

• Civilian clothes

• Officer's uniform

• Farmers' clothes

What was the outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto for the Texans?

• They won their independence

• They were defeated

• They retreated

• They signed a truce

How many Mexican soldiers were taken prisoner at the Battle of San Jacinto?

• 730

• 100

• 500

• 300