Unit 5 Texas Revolution

"War is raging on the frontiers... The citizens of Texas must rally (come together) to the aid of our army, or it will perish (disappear)... Independence is declared, it must be maintained. Immediate Action, united with valor (bravery), alone can achieve the great work."
                                                                                     - Sam Houston 1836

 

Which of the following statements is best supported by Houston's quote inspiring Texans to fight?

• Texans should support the peace effort to re-establish the Mexican Constitution.

• The Alamo and Goliad must be avenged.

• The enemy will destroy the Texan Army if Texans do not fight back.

• The enemy has does not have enough reinforcements.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following statements would the Mexican Government agree with about the Fredonian Rebellion?

• This rebellion is concerning. There may be too many Americans living in Texas, and we need to investigate the problem."

• "Texans do not have enough freedoms and we should support the rebels."

• “The rebellion demonstrates American influence, so we should declare war on the USA”

• "The Fredonian Brothers should be rewarded for their achievements."

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

"What a horrible punishment is solitary confinement, shut up in a dungeon with scarcely light to distinguish anything. If i were a criminal it would be one thing, but I am not one. I have been ensnared and precipitated, but my intentions were pure and correct."

                                     -Excerpt from Stephen F. Austin's diary, 1834 

 

What led to Stephen F. Austin writing the excerpt above?

• He was arrested for treason against the Mexican government

• He was arrested for encouraging a rebellion at Velasco

• He was arrested for violating Mexican law by owning slaves

• He was arrested for failing to complete his Empresario contract

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

"..our flag still waves proudly from the walls - I shall never surrender or retreat..I am determined to sustain myself as long as possible and die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor and that of his country."

     -A Letter to the People of Texas and Americans in the World, 1836

 

 

Which of the following is not true about the character of the defenders at the Alamo?

• They showed courage by being willing to die fighting for liberty.

• 
  They showed perseverance by sustaining themselves through the siege.

• They showed they were bold by refusing to surrender or retreat.

• They showed strength by eventually overpowering and defeating the Mexican troops.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In what way did President Santa Anna violate the Mexican Constitution of 1824?

• He established a representative government

• He established a totalitarian government

• He established a centralist government

• He established a oligarchical government

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

How did the massacre at Goliad transform the Texas Revolution?

• Texans began using mainly foreign soldiers to defeat Mexico.

• Texans were more determined than ever to defeat Mexico.

• Texans asked the United States to come to their aid against Mexico.

• Texans restrained their army before continuing the fight against Mexico.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

We view ourselves on the eve of battle. We are nerved for the contest, and must conquer or perish. It is vain to look for present aid; none is at hand. We must now act or abandon all hope! . . . Be men, be free men, that your children may bless their father's name.

                                                                             -Sam Houston

Why did  Houston say these words before the Battle of San Jacinto?

• He was trying to convince the Texas army to surrender.

• He thought his words would make the Mexican army retreat.

• He was pleading with William Travis to send reinforcements.

• He wanted Texas troops to fight courageously even though they might lose.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which task was NOT accomplished at the Convention of 1836?

• Delegates voted to remain part of Mexico

• Sam Houston was given control of both the regular and volunteer armies.

• The delegates declared independence from Mexico.

• The delegates established an ad-interim (temporary) government.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

1. Banned U.S. immigration to Texas
2. Banned U.S. immigrants from bringing more slaves to Texas
3. It suspended any unfilled empresario contracts
4. All U.S. imports coming into Texas were taxed.

What conclusion can be drawn based on the different parts of the Law of April 6, 1830?

• Mexico wanted to stop U.S. immigration to Texas

• Mexico wanted to end trade between Texas and Mexico

• Mexico wanted to block Mexicans from settling in Texas

• Mexico wanted to prevent Texans from moving into Indian Territory

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

Why was the Alamo difficult to defend?

• There was nowhere for the Texas soldiers to place their cannons.

• There were not enough Texas soldiers to defend the large space.

• There was poor visibility of the Mexican forces from top of the walls.

• The large amount of trees in the area camouflaged Mexican troops.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1