Texas PPR Exams

How did the defense of the Alamo contribute to Texas’ independence from Mexico?

• The siege motivated civilians of Bexar to force Santa Anna east towards Texas forces

• The attack reduced the strength of Mexican forces to equal General Houston’s numbers.

• The location of the fort lured Mexican forces away from the wealthy ports along the Texas coast.

• The courage of the defenders led many Texans to join General Houston and resist Mexican forces.

Many Texans fled during the Runaway Scrape because they —

• struggled to farm lands around Gonzales

• desired to join the army of Sam Houston

• feared harsh treatment from Santa Anna

• wanted slavery despite the Mexican banned

The MOST SIGNIFICANT outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto was...

• Texas winning it's independence from Mexico

• the capture of Santa Anna

• Sam Houston proving to other Texas fighters that he is always right

• Sam Houston avenging the Alamo and Goliad

What was the primary economic activity in Texas during the early 19th century?

• A) Cotton farming

• B) Oil drilling

• C) Cattle ranching

• D) Gold mining

Which treaty ended the Texas Revolution and recognized Texas independence from Mexico?

• A) Treaty of Paris

• B) Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• C) Treaty of Velasco

• D) Treaty of San Jacinto

Who was the first President of the Republic of Texas?

• A) Stephen F. Austin

• B) Sam Houston

• C) Mirabeau B. Lamar

• D) Anson Jones

What was the main reason for the annexation of Texas into the United States in 1845?

• A) To expand slavery

• B) To gain more land for agriculture

• C) To strengthen the U.S. military

• D) To increase trade with Mexico

Which battle marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

• A) Battle of the Alamo

• B) Battle of Gonzales

• C) Battle of San Jacinto

• D) Battle of Goliad

What was the significance of the Goliad Massacre during the Texas Revolution?

• A) It was a major victory for Texas forces

• B) It led to increased support for the Texas cause

• C) It resulted in the capture of Santa Anna

• D) It marked the end of the revolution

Which Native American tribe was most influential in Texas during the 19th century?

• A) Apache

• B) Comanche

• C) Cherokee

• D) Navajo