Exploring the Texas Revolution

What was the main idea behind Manifest Destiny?

• The belief that America should focus on industrial growth.

• The idea that America should colonize other continents.

• The belief that America should remain within its original borders.

• The belief that Americans were destined to expand westward to the Pacific Ocean.

Why did Mexico lease large tracts of land to private citizens in the 1820s?

• To establish trade routes.

• To create military bases.

• To sell the land for a high profit.

• To attract settlers to the thinly populated area.

Who was one of the most successful impresarios in Texas?

• William Travis

• Stephen Austin

• Sam Houston

• Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna

What was the Law of April 6, 1830?

• A law establishing new trade routes.

• A law granting Texas independence.

• A law allowing American settlers to bring slaves.

• A law banning American immigration to Texas.

Who took command of the Texian resistance?

• Davy Crockett

• William Travis

• Stephen Austin

• Sam Houston

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

• The battle ended in a stalemate.

• The Texians won a decisive victory.

• The Mexican army retreated.

• All Texian soldiers were killed.

What was the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• It led to the capture of Stephen Austin.

• It was a major defeat for the Texians.

• It was the first battle of the Texas Revolution.

• It marked the decisive victory for the Texians.

What did the Treaties of Velasco achieve?

• They established new trade agreements.

• They ended the Mexican-American War.

• They freed prisoners on both sides and aimed to recognize the Republic of Texas.

• They granted Texas statehood immediately.

Why is the Alamo considered an important cultural icon in American history?

• It was the birthplace of Stephen Austin.

• It was the site of the first American settlement.

• It symbolizes the struggle for independence and has become a widely visited historical site.

• It was where the Mexican-American War ended.

Who were some of the famous figures associated with the Alamo?

• Davy Crockett, Colonel Travis, and Jim Bowie

• William Travis, Sam Houston, and Stephen Austin

• Jim Bowie, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, and Sam Houston

• Sam Houston, Stephen Austin, and Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna