Texas Independence and Key Events

In the 1820s, Mexico gained independence from Spain and took control of Texas. The Mexican government encouraged American settlers to move to Texas by offering land grants, but required them to renounce U.S. citizenship. Tensions rose as settlers clashed with Mexican laws, especially regarding slavery and tariffs. This led to rebellions and the signing of a Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836. The Alamo siege became a pivotal event, with Mexican forces defeating the Texan rebels. However, the Texans achieved victory at the Battle of San Jacinto, securing their independence from Mexico.

What significant event in the 1820s led to Mexico gaining control over Texas?

• The Texas Revolution

• The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Mexico's independence from Spain

• The Mexican Revolution

Who were the original inhabitants of West Texas known as?

• The Apache

• The Navajo

• The Sioux

• The Comanche

What did American settlers have to do to receive land grants from Mexico?

• Pay a large sum of money

• Convert to Catholicism

• Renounce US citizenship and pledge allegiance to Mexico

• Serve in the Mexican army

What was one of the main reasons for conflict between settlers and the Mexican state?

• Language barriers

• Religious differences

• The Mexican government's threat to emancipate slaves

• Disputes over land boundaries

What significant document was signed on March 2, 1836?

• The Texas Declaration of Independence

• The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Treaty of Paris

Where did the Texas rebels face a tragic siege in 1836?

• The Alamo

• Goliad

• Washington on the Brazos

• San Jacinto

Which American folk hero was killed at the Alamo?

• Johnny Appleseed

• Paul Bunyan

• Davy Crockett

• Daniel Boone

What was the outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• The Mexican army defeated the Texas settlers

• The Texas settlers were forced to retreat

• The Texas settlers captured the Mexican general and won independence

• The battle ended in a stalemate

Which city is near the site of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• Austin

• Houston

• Dallas

• San Antonio

What phrase became a rallying cry for Texans after the Alamo?

• Remember the Alamo

• To the Last Man

• Victory or Death

• For Texas and Freedom