Texas Revolution and Mexican-American War

What was the first battle of the Texas Revolution?

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of the Alamo

• Battle of Gonzales

• Goliad Massacre

What did the flag at the Battle of Gonzales say?

• "Victory or Death!"

• "Come and Take It"

• "Remember the Alamo!"

• "Liberty for Texas!"

Who was the commander of the Texan forces during the Texas Revolution?

• James Fannin

• William B. Travis

• Sam Houston

• Davy Crockett

What was the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• It was the first battle of the revolution.

• It ended the Texas Revolution with a Texan victory.

What happened at the Goliad Massacre?

• Santa Anna was captured.

• The Texans attacked a fort and won.

• Over 400 Texan prisoners were executed.

Why did the Texas Revolution begin?

• Texans wanted independence from Spain.

• Texans were unhappy with Mexican rule and wanted more rights.

How long did the Battle of the Alamo last?

• 1 day

• 5 days

• 10 days

• 13 days

What was the outcome of the Texas Revolution?

• Texas became part of the United States immediately.

• Texas became an independent republic.

What caused the Mexican-American War?

• Mexico attacked Washington, D.C.

• The U.S. wanted to take over all of Mexico.

• A border dispute between the U.S. and Mexico over Texas.

• Texans wanted to rejoin Mexico.

What was the name of the treaty that ended the Mexican-American War?

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of San Jacinto