Quiz #8 - Early Conflict

Who was arrested, leading to increased tensions during the Texas Revolution?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

• William B. Travis

• James Fannin

What was the purpose of the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?

• To declare independence from Mexico

• To support the Mexican Constitution of 1824

• To establish a new government in Texas

• To negotiate peace with Native Americans

What was a significant outcome of the Convention of 1832?

• Texas declared independence

• A petition for separate statehood was drafted

• A new constitution was written

• A military alliance with the United States was formed

What was the main focus of the Convention of 1833?

• Drafting a new constitution for Texas

• Organizing a military defense against Mexico

• Requesting reforms from the Mexican government

• Establishing trade agreements with the United States

Who were the delegates at the Convention of 1832?

• Representatives from the United States

• Mexican government officials

• Texan settlers

• Native American leaders

What was a key issue discussed at the Convention of 1833?

• Abolishing slavery in Texas

• Establishing a new capital city

• Improving relations with Native Americans

• Seeking separate statehood from Coahuila

What role did imported goods play in the Texas Revolution?

• They were heavily taxed, causing discontent

• They were banned, leading to shortages

• They were used to bribe Mexican officials

• They were a source of conflict with Native Americans

What was the significance of commerce in the Texas Revolution?

• It was the main reason for the conflict

• It was disrupted, leading to economic hardship

• It was used to fund the Texan army

• It was a point of negotiation with Mexico

Which document expressed support for the Mexican Constitution of 1824?

• Texas Declaration of Independence

• Turtle Bayou Resolutions

• Convention of 1832

• Convention of 1833

What was the result of William B. Travis's arrest?

• It led to the immediate start of the Texas Revolution

• It caused outrage and increased support for the Texan cause

• It resulted in a peace treaty with Mexico

• It had little impact on the revolution