Texas History and Politics in 1830s

The video lesson covers the historical events leading to the arrest of Stephen F. Austin. It begins with the Mexican Government's enforcement of the Law of April 6, 1830, and the political instability under President Anastasio Bustamante. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna's rise to power is discussed, highlighting his deceptive tactics. The Battle of Velasco marks the first armed conflict between Texans and Mexican soldiers. The conventions of 1832 and 1833 aimed to address grievances, but Austin's arrest for treason escalated tensions, bringing Texas closer to revolution.

What was one of the main provisions of the Law of April 6, 1830?

• Granting Texas independence

• Reducing customs duties

• Prohibiting Anglos and slaves from entering Texas

• Allowing Anglos to settle in Texas

What did President Bustamante attempt to do during his presidency?

• Reduce military presence in Texas

• Promote Anglo settlement in Texas

• Ignore the Constitution of 1824

• Strengthen local state control

How did Santa Anna initially gain support from the Texan people?

• By reducing taxes

• By promising to uphold states' rights

• By offering land grants

• By supporting the Law of April 6, 1830

What was Santa Anna's true intention after gaining power?

• To support states' rights

• To establish a strong national government

• To promote democracy

• To become a dictator

Which historical figure is NOT mentioned as a dictator in the lesson?

• Adolf Hitler

• Fidel Castro

• Joseph Stalin

• Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna

What was the significance of the Battle of Velasco?

• It was the first armed conflict between Texan and Mexican soldiers

• It led to the independence of Texas

• It resulted in the capture of Santa Anna

• It marked the end of the Texas Revolution

What was one of the resolutions drafted at the Convention of 1832?

• Support for the Constitution of 1824

• Abolition of customs duties

• Increased military presence in Texas

• Immediate independence for Texas

Why was Stephen F. Austin arrested in 1833?

• For refusing to pay customs duties

• For writing a letter suggesting a separate state government

• For leading a rebellion against Mexico

• For supporting Santa Anna's dictatorship

What was the outcome of Austin's arrest for Texas-Mexico relations?

• It improved diplomatic relations

• It decreased tensions

• It increased tensions

• It led to immediate independence

What epidemic was affecting Mexico City during Austin's visit?

• Yellow fever

• Smallpox

• Cholera

• Influenza