Davy Crockett: Life and Legacy

The video explores the life of Davy Crockett, a frontiersman, congressman, and folk hero. Born in 1786 in Tennessee, Crockett lived a challenging life on the frontier, working from a young age. He fought in the Creek War and later served in Congress. Displeased with laws against Native Americans, he moved to Texas, where he fought and died at the Alamo. Despite the loss, Texas gained independence. Crockett's legacy grew posthumously, becoming a cultural icon with TV shows, books, and songs celebrating him as the 'king of the wild frontier.'

What roles did Davy Crockett play in his lifetime?

• Explorer, Senator, Revolutionary

• Frontiersman, Congressman, Alamo fighter

• Pioneer, Governor, Soldier

• Settler, Mayor, General

Where was Davy Crockett born?

• Virginia

• Georgia

• Tennessee

• Kentucky

What was life like on the frontier where Davy Crockett grew up?

• Dependent on hunting and farming

• Urban and industrial

• Peaceful and easy

• Full of modern conveniences

In which war did Davy Crockett fight as a young man?

• The Revolutionary War

• The War of 1812

• The Creek War

• The Civil War

Why did Davy Crockett leave Congress?

• He moved to another country

• He lost his job and disagreed with certain laws

• He was promoted to a higher position

• He retired voluntarily

What was Texas's status when Davy Crockett moved there?

• A state of the USA

• A British colony

• An independent country

• Part of Mexico

What significant event did Davy Crockett participate in while in Texas?

• The signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence

• The Battle of the Alamo

• The Siege of Bexar

• The Battle of San Jacinto

What happened to Texas after the Battle of the Alamo?

• It was annexed by France

• It won independence and later became a state

• It became a state of the USA immediately

• It remained part of Mexico

How did Davy Crockett become a folk hero after his death?

• Through a series of novels

• Through his political achievements

• By being featured in a TV show, books, and songs

• By leading a successful military campaign

What nickname was given to Davy Crockett in a popular song?

• The Legend of the Wilderness

• The King of the Wild Frontier

• The Pioneer of the West

• The Hero of the Alamo