Independence! A Lone Star Rises Video

What was the main reason for the initial conflict between the Texians and the Mexican government? (3:25)

• Texians wanted to build a new capital city.

• Texians wanted to trade with Europe.

• Texians refused to accept Catholicism and continued owning slaves.

• Texians wanted to join the United States.

What was the significance of the early Texian victories at Gonzales, Goliad, and Béxar? (8:23)

• They ensured immediate independence for Texas.

• They were decisive and ended the conflict.

• They led to a peace treaty with Mexico.

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  They boosted Texian morale but were not decisive.

Why was Washington chosen as the location for the Texas convention? (8:23)

• It was the birthplace of Stephen F. Austin.

• It was a strategic military location.

• It was the largest city in Texas.

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  It offered a free meeting space and was a growing town.

Who was responsible for drafting the Texas Declaration of Independence? (16:08)

• David Crockett

• George Childress

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

What was the main challenge faced by the delegates when drafting the Declaration of Independence? (16:08)

• Political quarrels among delegates

• Severe weather conditions

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  Lack of paper and writing materials

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  Invasion by Mexican troops

What was the emotional impact on the delegates upon receiving news from the Alamo? (18:45)

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  They were indifferent and continued their work.

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  They were relieved and hopeful.

• They were confused and disorganized.

• They were filled with despair and urgency.

What was the outcome of the Texas Declaration of Independence? (18:45)

• It was adopted unanimously in less than an hour.

• It was sent back for major revisions.

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  It was rejected by the delegates.

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  It was never completed

What was the 'Runaway Scrape'? (26:40)

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  A celebration of Texian independence

• A battle strategy used by the Texians.

• A treaty signed with Mexico.

• A mass evacuation of Texians fleeing the Mexican army.

What was the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto? (26:40)

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  It led to the capture of Stephen F. Austin.

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  It was a decisive victory that secured Texas independence.

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  It marked the beginning of the Texian rebellion.

• It was a major defeat for the Texians.

How did the Texians' spirit of independence influence their actions? (26:40)

• They focused on building new settlements.

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  They decided to negotiate peace with Mexico.

• They sought to join the United States immediately.

• They were willing to fight against overwhelming odds.