Texas Revolution

What was a concern for Mexico regarding Texas?

• Economic growth

• Losing Texas to the United States

• Environmental issues

• Population decline

Answer explanation

Mexico was concerned about losing Texas to the United States due to the potential for territorial expansion and the impact on its sovereignty. This concern was significant during the Texas Revolution and subsequent annexation.

What was the population of Texas mostly composed of by 1830?

• Native Mexicans

• Former Americans

• European settlers

• Asian immigrants

Answer explanation

By 1830, Texas had a significant population of former Americans, primarily settlers from the United States who moved to Texas for land and opportunity, rather than Native Mexicans, European settlers, or Asian immigrants.

What did the United States want from Mexico?

• Gold

• Texas

• Oil

• Land in California

Answer explanation

The United States wanted Texas from Mexico, particularly during the Texas Revolution and the subsequent annexation, as it was seen as a key territory for expansion and settlement.

By 1830, who were the majority of settlers living in Texas?

• Native Americans

• Mexicans

• Europeans

• Americans

Answer explanation

By 1830, the majority of settlers in Texas were Americans, who migrated in large numbers seeking land and opportunity, outnumbering Native Americans, Mexicans, and Europeans in the region.

Match the following events with the actions taken by the Mexican government:

• Prompted increased military presence in Texas

• The Battle of San Jacinto

• Resulted in the independence of Texas

• The Texas Revolution

• Led to the signing of the Treaties of Velasco

• The Fredonian Rebellion

• Prompted the Mexican government to send Mier y Terán to Texas

• The Alamo

Who did the Texans support according to the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?

• The Centralist government

• Santa Anna and other Federalists

• The Spanish monarchy

• The British government

Answer explanation

The Turtle Bayou Resolutions expressed support for Santa Anna and other Federalists, as they opposed the Centralist government and sought to restore the 1824 Constitution, aligning with Federalist principles.

What did the Texans pledge to honor in the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?

• The Law of April 6, 1830

• The Constitution of 1824

• The Spanish Constitution

• The British Constitution

Answer explanation

The Texans pledged to honor The Constitution of 1824 in the Turtle Bayou Resolutions, as it represented their commitment to the principles of governance established by that document, contrasting with the Law of April 6, 1830.

The year mentioned in the Constitution that the Texans pledged to honor is (a)   .

• 1830

• 1824

• 1845

• 1800

Answer explanation

The Texans pledged to honor the Constitution of 1824, which established a federalist system in Mexico. This year is significant as it marked the beginning of Texas's struggle for autonomy from Mexican rule.

Who was leading a revolt against Centralist President Bustamante in Mexico?

• General Antonio López de Santa Anna

• President Bustamante

• Texans

• Anahuac

Answer explanation

General Antonio López de Santa Anna led the revolt against Centralist President Bustamante in Mexico, opposing his centralist policies and seeking to restore federalism.

What were the special meetings called that Texan delegates met in during 1832 and 1833?

• Assemblies

• Conventions

• Gatherings

• Conferences

Answer explanation

The special meetings that Texan delegates met in during 1832 and 1833 were called 'Conventions'. These gatherings were crucial for discussing Texas's political situation and seeking reforms.