The Grass Fight: Key Events of the Texas Revolution

When was the Grass Fight battle fought?

• October 15, 1835

• December 1, 1835

• September 26, 1835

• November 18, 1835

What was the main reason for the Texian army's initial struggles during the siege?

• Low morale

• Harsh weather and sickness

• Insufficient training

• Lack of weapons

Who joined the Texian army on November 18th, bringing uniforms and discipline?

• The San Antonio Volunteers

• The Texian Rangers

• The Mexican reinforcements

• The New Orleans Greys

Who was elected as the new commander of the Texian army after Austin resigned?

• Thomas Rusk

• Edward Burleson

• James Bowie

• William Jack

What did Texian scout Erastus 'Deaf' Smith report on November 26th?

• A shipment of gold and silver

• A pack train of mules and horses with Mexican soldiers

• A new Mexican fort

• A Texian deserter

What was the initial reaction of the Texian army upon hearing about the pack train?

• They ignored the report

• They decided to negotiate

• They wanted to charge and loot the expected riches

• They wanted to retreat

Where did Bowie’s men spot the Mexican soldiers?

• Near the Alazan, Apache, and San Pedro creeks

• In the town of San Antonio

• At Fort Le Patilan

• Near the Rio Grande

What did the Texians find in the saddlebags of the captured mules?

• Food supplies

• Gold and silver

• Freshly cut grass

• Weapons and ammunition

How many Texians were wounded in the battle?

• None

• Six

• Two

• Four

What did the Texians do after their victory in the Grass Fight?

• They retreated to their camp

• They began the attack on San Antonio

• They disbanded the army

• They negotiated a truce