The Birth of the Republic of Texas

The video explores the humble beginnings of Texas as an independent republic, focusing on the political and military chaos that led to the Texas Revolution. It highlights the pivotal convention at Washington on the Brazos, where delegates gathered to draft and adopt the Texas Declaration of Independence. The narrative also covers the fall of the Alamo and its impact on the convention, concluding with the legacy of these events in shaping Texas history.

What was the initial reaction of Mexico to the influx of American settlers in Texas?

• They ignored the settlers completely.

• They welcomed them with open arms.

• They were alarmed by the settlers' reluctance to accept Catholicism.

• They immediately granted them statehood.

What was the breaking point for many Texians that accelerated the momentum towards revolution?

• The harsh weather conditions.

• The lack of economic opportunities.

• The imprisonment of their leader, Stephen F. Austin.

• The rise of an oppressive military dictatorship.

What was one of the major challenges faced by the Texian rebellion?

• A lack of natural resources.

• Too many inexperienced commanders.

• Overwhelming support from Mexico.

• A shortage of volunteers.

Why was Washington on the Brazos chosen as the site for the Texas Declaration of Independence?

• It was the most comfortable location available.

• It was a strategic military site.

• The town's citizens offered a free meeting space.

• It was the capital of Texas at the time.

What was the main task of the delegates at the convention in Washington on the Brazos?

• To elect a new president for Texas.

• To draft a declaration of independence.

• To organize a military strategy.

• To negotiate peace with Mexico.

What was the outcome of the first reading of the Texas Declaration of Independence?

• It was postponed for further discussion.

• It was heavily debated and amended.

• It was unanimously adopted without amendment.

• It was rejected by the delegates.

What significant event occurred while the delegates were drafting the Texas Declaration of Independence?

• The discovery of gold in Texas.

• The arrival of reinforcements from the United States.

• The signing of a peace treaty with Mexico.

• The fall of the Alamo.

What was the reaction of the delegates upon hearing about the fall of the Alamo?

• They panicked and began to disperse.

• They were indifferent.

• They celebrated a victory.

• They immediately surrendered to Mexico.

What was the 'Runaway Scrape'?

• A celebration of Texian independence.

• A military maneuver by the Texian army.

• The civilian exodus from Texas to escape the Mexican army.

• A failed negotiation attempt with Mexico.

What was the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• It marked the beginning of the Texian revolution.

• It was a minor skirmish with little impact.

• It was a major defeat for the Texians.

• It was a decisive victory that secured Texas independence.