The Texas Revolution: Key Events and Impacts on American History

The video covers the Texas Revolution, starting with the U.S. tensions over slavery and statehood. It explains the Adams-Onís Treaty, which spurred American migration to Texas, and the resulting cultural and political tensions with Mexico. The Battle of the Alamo is detailed, highlighting the bravery of the Texas rebels. Sam Houston's strategic patience led to Texas' victory at San Jacinto and its independence in 1836. The video concludes with Texas' decade-long status as an independent republic before joining the U.S. as a slave state in 1845.

What was the primary issue causing tension between the North and South in the United States during the Texas Revolution?

• Taxation policies

• Territorial expansion

• Slavery and statehood

• Trade agreements

What was the significance of the Adams-Onís Treaty in the context of the Texas Revolution?

• It granted Texas independence

• It established a boundary between New Spain and the United States

• It ended the Mexican-American War

• It prohibited slavery in Texas

Why did Mexico implement the empresario system?

• To establish new cities in Texas

• To control the number of American settlers

• To promote trade with the United States

• To encourage American migration

What was a major cultural issue that arose due to the influx of American settlers in Texas?

• Religious differences

• All of the above

• Language barriers

• Slavery

What action did Texans take in response to Mexican President Antonio López de Santillana's policies?

• They sought diplomatic negotiations

• They agreed to Mexican laws

• They declared independence from Mexico

• They requested military aid from the United States

Where did the Texas rebels take shelter during Santa Ana's invasion?

• Austin

• The Alamo

• San Jacinto

• Houston

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

• The battle ended in a stalemate

• All 189 Texas defenders were killed

• Santa Ana's forces were defeated

• The Texas rebels successfully defended the Alamo

What strategy did Sam Houston employ against Santa Ana's forces?

• Defensive retreat

• Negotiating a truce

• Waiting for the enemy to weaken

• Immediate attack

When did Texas officially achieve its independence from Mexico?

• 1821

• 1835

• 1836

• 1845

What was a significant reason for the delay in Texas joining the United States as a state?

• Geographical disputes

• Lack of population

• Opposition to slavery

• Economic instability