What Caused The Battle Of The Alamo To Happen

The video explores the Battle of the Alamo, highlighting the events leading up to the siege, the battle itself, and its aftermath. It discusses the settlers' expansion into Texas, the Mexican government's conditions, and the centralization of power. The Battle of Gonzales marked the start of the Texas Revolution. The Alamo, originally a mission, was converted into a fort but was ill-prepared for Santa Anna's siege. Despite being outnumbered, the defenders' resistance became a symbol of Texan independence.

What is a common misconception about the Battle of the Alamo?

• It was a minor skirmish with little significance.

• It was a decisive defeat for Mexico.

• It was a glorious victory for Texas.

• It had no impact on Texan independence.

What were the conditions set by Mexico for settlers in Texas?

• They had to pay a large settlement fee.

• They had to become Catholic and Mexican citizens.

• They had to serve in the Mexican army.

• They had to give up all their land.

What sparked the Battle of Gonzales?

• A disagreement over trade tariffs.

• A conflict over religious practices.

• A Mexican attempt to retrieve a cannon.

• A dispute over land ownership.

What was the original purpose of the Alamo?

• A military fort.

• A religious mission.

• A trading post.

• A government building.

Who was initially in command of the Alamo before the siege?

• William B. Travis

• James Neill

• Sam Houston

• James Bowie

What was Santa Anna's stance towards the Texan rebels?

• He offered them a peace treaty.

• He sought to negotiate a compromise.

• He demanded their unconditional surrender.

• He ignored their rebellion.

How did the defenders of the Alamo respond to Santa Anna's demand for surrender?

• They fled the fort.

• They fired a cannon in defiance.

• They attempted to negotiate.

• They immediately surrendered.

What was the outcome of the siege of the Alamo?

• The defenders were all killed, except for women and children.

• The defenders successfully repelled the Mexican forces.

• The siege ended in a stalemate.

• The Mexican forces retreated after heavy losses.

What impact did the fall of the Alamo have on the Texan Revolution?

• It had no significant impact.

• It led to immediate Texan surrender.

• It became a rallying cry for Texan independence.

• It demoralized the Texan forces.

Where does the Alamo stand today?

• On a military base.

• In a remote forest.

• Next to a shopping mall.

• In the middle of a desert.