Texas Independence Quiz

What impact did the Battle of the Alamo have on the morale of Texan forces during their fight for independence?

• It discouraged Texan forces due to the overwhelming Mexican victory.

• It inspired Texans to rally and support the cause of independence more fervently.

• It led to a strategic retreat by Texan forces to regroup and plan.

• It caused a division among Texan leaders about the next steps in the conflict.

In March each year, Texans celebrate the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence to remember when Texan colonists declared independence from which country?

• Great Britain

• Mexico

• Spain

• United States

In what way did William B. Travis and James Bowie demonstrate leadership during the Texas Revolution?

• Both commanded forces at the Battle of San Jacinto.

• Both played key roles in the defense of the Alamo against Mexican troops.

• Both were instrumental in securing foreign alliances for Texas.

• Both served as governors of Texas during the revolution.

How did delegates at Washington-on-the-Brazos contribute to the Texas Revolution?

• They wrote a declaration of independence from Mexico.

• They created a new naval force for an independent Texas.

• They trained an army and cavalry with General Sam Houston.

• They provided cannons for the fight against General Santa Anna.

One purpose for writing the Texas Declaration of Independence was to —

• encourage a naval blockade by France

• invite foreign powers to invade Mexico

• buy military equipment from Great Britain

• gain support from people in the United States

Which event marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

• Texans fled to the Alamo.

• Santa Anna's forces attacked Goliad.

• Mexican troops attempted to seize a cannon at Gonzales.

• The Mexican army declared martial law in Texas.

What event is commemorated by the Texas state holiday on March 2?

• the retreat of Mexican troops from Texas

• the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence

• the establishment of the Republic of Texas

• the inauguration of the first Texas governor

During which event were Texan families told to retreat from Santa Anna’s army?

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of the Alamo

• Runaway Scrape

• Battle of Gonzales

In which battle did Texan forces surprise and defeat the Mexican army?

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of the Alamo

• Runaway Scrape

• Battle of Goliad

Who was a Mexican citizen that helped resistance efforts in Gonzales?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

• Juan Seguin

• James Fannin