Ch.10 Texas Revolution

What was one of the main reasons for the tension between Texan settlers and Mexican officials in 1835?

• The settlers wanted to pay more taxes.

• Santa Anna ignored the Constitution of 1824 and made himself dictator.

• The settlers wanted to join the United States.

• Mexican officials wanted to give more land to the settlers.

How did the arrival of General Martín Perfecto de Cós impact the situation in Texas?

• It decreased the number of Mexican soldiers in San Antonio.

• It increased the number of Mexican soldiers in San Antonio to 650.

• It led to the immediate independence of Texas.

• It caused the settlers to leave Texas.

What role did William B. Travis play in the events leading up to the Texas Revolution?

• He was a Mexican general.

• He was seen as a radical becoming disloyal by Mexican officials.

• He was a supporter of Santa Anna.

• He was a peacemaker between Texans and Mexicans.

Why did towns in Texas form committees of safety in 1835?

• To support Santa Anna's policies.

• To prepare for potential conflict with Mexican forces.

• To organize celebrations for Mexican independence.

• To collect taxes for the Mexican government.

What was the significance of the Constitution of 1824 in the context of the Texas Revolution?

• It was a document that granted Texas independence.

• It was ignored by Santa Anna, leading to increased tensions.

• It was a treaty between Texas and the United States.

• It was a law that increased taxes on Texan settlers.

What was the primary concern of the Texan settlers with the increase in Mexican military presence?

• They feared losing their land to Mexican soldiers.

• They were worried about the safety and potential for conflict.

• They were concerned about having to learn Spanish.

• They feared being forced to move to Mexico City.

How did Mexican officials perceive the actions of Texan settlers like William B. Travis?

• As supportive of Mexican government policies.

• As disloyal and radical.

• As indifferent to political changes.

• As eager to join the Mexican army.

What was the effect of Santa Anna's actions on the relationship between Texas and Mexico?

• It strengthened the bond between Texas and Mexico.

• It led to increased tensions and conflict.

• It resulted in Texas becoming a Mexican state.

• It caused Texas to seek help from European countries.

What was the role of Mexican soldiers stationed at forts in Texas before the arrival of General Cós?

• They successfully maintained peace and order.

• They were unable to control the tense situation.

• They helped settlers build new towns.

• They negotiated treaties with Native American tribes.

What was one of the actions taken by Texan settlers in response to the growing Mexican military presence?

• They requested more Mexican troops for protection.

• They formed committees of safety.

• They moved to other Mexican territories.

• They sent a delegation to Mexico City to negotiate.