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WorksheetsTexas Revolutionary Era
Total questions: 48
Worksheet time: 28mins
Which event took place during the Revolutionary Era in Texas History?
Siege of the Alamo
Council House Fight
Election of Sam Houston
Settlement of Nacogdoches
Which of these greatly impacted Stephen. F. Austin's attitude toward Texas Independence?
Arrest by Mexican Officials
Creation of the Mier y Teran report
Work to pass the Law of April 6, 1830
Participation in the Fredonian Rebellion
What is the significance of April 21, 1836?
Council House Fight
Annexation of Texas
Battle of San Jacinto
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
Co-Commander at the Alamo who gave up his command after becoming sick
William Barret Travis
David Crocket
James Walker Fannin
James Bowie
The Battle of San Jacinto is commemorated by Texans because it resulted in the -
loss of Goliad
surrender of Santa Anna
death of William B. Travis
defeat of Sam Houston's troops
One effect of the Turtle Bayou Resolutions was that the Texans chose to -
align themselves with Santa Anna
begin preparing to fight against Santa Anna
petition Santa Anna to grant them independence
call for the resignation of Santa Anna as president
The main purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830 was to -
block Mexicans from settling in TX
end the trade between Texas and Mexico
prevent Texas from declaring independence
stop immigration from the United States to Texas
-Messenger to warn Sam Houston about the Alamo
-Remained with Houston and served in the final battle for independence
-Served as a Tejano representative in the senate of the Republic
Who does this information describe?
Jim Bowie
Jose Antonio Navarro
Juan Sequin
Lorenzo de Zavala
What role did George Childress play in the Texas Revolution?
He contributed to writing the Texas Constitution
He served as the first governor of the state of texas
He was the first president of the independent Republic of Texas
He was the primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence
Which Texas leader surrendered and was executed along with his soldiers because of his defense of Goliad at the Battle of Coleto Creek?
Lorenzo de Zavala
James Fannin
Sam Houston
William Travis
William B. Travis contributed to the independence of Texas by -
leading the Texas Revolutionary forces
serving as President of the Texas Republic
fighting with Texans defending the Alamo
writing the Texas Declaration of Independence
How did the Battle of Gonzales contribute to the success of the Texas Revolution?
It motivated the United States to support the independence of Texas
It showed the Mexican government that the Texas army was well armed and equipped
It proved to Texans that the Mexican army could be defeated and independence achieved.
It demonstrated that few people could resist the superior military strength of the Mexican army
In March of 1836, delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos intending to -
create a plan to defend the Alamo
design the "Come and Take It" flag
establish an independent government
negotiate a peace settlement with Mexico
The Mexican army bombarded the Alamo with cannon fire for ______ straight days.
5
7
21
13
Which of the events from the Texas Revolution is in the correct chronological order?
Siege of San Antonio, Battle of Gonzales, Battle of San Jacinto, Fall of the Alamo
The Battle of Gonzales, the Battle of San Jacinto, Fall of the Alamo, Goliad Massacre
Fall of the Alamo, Goliad Massacre, Battle of San Jacinto, Battle of Gonzales
Battle of Gonzales, Fall of the Alamo, Goliad Massacre, Battle of San Jacinto
Former Tennessee congressman and famous frontier fighter known for his raccoon hat & rifle named "old Betsy"
William B. Travis
Stephen F. Austin
Davy Crockett
Sam Houston
How were the Texans able to catch the Mexicans off guard as the battle of San Jacinto?
Santa Anna failded to post scouts, and the Mexicanswere sleeping when the Texans attacked
The Mexican army had no cavalry
The Texans outnumbered the Mexicans 2:1
The Mexicans received bad information from their scouts
The Alamo was originally built as a
Mission
Fort
Presidio
Ranch
Before the Battle of the Alamo a blood-red flag was raised, and buglers played "El Dueguello" both meaning
No Mercy
Victory or Death
Surrender
Execution
The battle of the San Jacinto lasted for _____________ and ___________ Mexicans were killed while 730 were captured.
18 minutes ; 630
90 minutes; 1,000
60 minutes; 200
12 minutes; 500
Most of the battles of the Texas Revolution were fought in which region?
North Central Plains
Great Plains
Mountains and Basins
Coastal Plains
Which of the following accurately describes the geographic pattern pertaining to the Texas Revolution?
Both armies had to cross expansive mountain ranges to meet on the battle field
With each battle the Mexican troops were farther away from the Mexican capital
Mexican soldiers traveled the entire distance of the Rio Grande River to each battle
Both armies were challenged to get supplies because they were so far way from ports
How did physical geography affect the outcome of the Battle of Coleto?
The open prairie allowed the Mexican army to surronund Fannin and his men
The dense forest provided protection for Fannin and his men from Mexican soldiers.
The deep canyon allowed the Mexican army to attack Fannin and his men from above.
The rolling valleys acted as a barrier when Fannin and his men tried to escape the fighting
Author of the Texas Declaration of Independence
George Childress
Juan Seguin
Sam Houston
Lorenzo de Zavala
