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WorksheetsTexas Revolution to Independence
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 26mins
Based on the chart above, what was the major goal of the Law of April 6th, 1830 that was created by the Mexican government?
Bring more immigrants from Georgia
To limit American influence in Texas
For Texas to become Independent from Mexico
To strengthen economic ties between Texas and Mexico
What role did George Childress play in the Texas Revolution?
He fought at the Battle of Gonzales
He fought at the Battle of the Alamo
He punched Santa Anna in the Nose
He wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence
In which battle did Texas win it's independence from Mexico?
Battle of the Alamo
Battle of Gonzales
Battle of San Jacinto
Battle of Goliad
Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?
Goliad Massacre
Battle of the Alamo
Battle of Gonzales
Battle of San Jacinto
Which of the following was NOT a reason Texas fought against Santa Anna
He demanded that Texans pay taxes on U.S. goods.
He wanted more power than the Constitution gave him.
He was not elected fairly.
He sent troops into Texas.
Who led an attack on Mexican soldiers in San Antonio in December 1835?
Juan Seguin
James Bowie
James Fannin
Ben Milam
Why was the convention of 1836 an important meeting?
because it took place in Washington-on-the-Brazos
because Santa Anna had arrived in San Antonio
because the leaders declared Texas independent of Mexico
because Goerge C. Childress was in charge of writing the declaration.
What happened to Santa Anna after the Battle of San Jacinto?
He joined the Texas Army
He escaped to Mexico
He was captured by the Texas forces and signed the Treaty of Velasco.
He was executed
Why was the Fredonian Rebellion important in the cause for Texas independence?
It showed the Mexican Government that they had a big problem in Texas.
Hayden Edwards was a terrible empresario .
Texans couldn't speak Spanish very well.
The Muldoon Catholics were not going to church.
He failed to follow retreat orders at the Battle of Goliad.
James Fannin
James Bowie
Sam Houston
Santa Anna
Former Mexican official who resigned in favor of the Texas cause and signed the Texas Declaration of Independence
Juan Seguin
Lorenzo de Zavala
Santa Anna
William B. Travis
Which document expressed concern about the of the U.S., growing stronger?
Law of April 6, 1830
Mier y Teran Report
Mexican Constitution of 1824
Texas Declaration of Independence
What was the cause of the Mier y Teran Report?
Settlement of the Old 300 to Texas
Election of Santa Anna
Passage of the Law of April 6, 1830
Fredonian Rebellion
The Turtle Bayou Resolutions promised all of the following except
Denied rebelling
Declared loyalty to Mexico
Supported Santa Anna
Outlawed slavery
Who wrote the letter "Victory or Death" and was co-commander of the Alamo?
James Bowie
Davy Crockett
William B. Travis
Sam Houston
What was the effect of James Fannin not following Sam Houston's orders?
Goliad Massacre
Grass Fight
Siege of the Alamo
Battle of Gonzales
Who designed the first Texas flag?
Juan Seguin
James Bowie
Sam Houston
Lorenzo de Zavala
Put these events in order:
1 - Battle of Gonzales
2 - Austin arrested
3 - Texas gaining independence
4 - Mexican Constitution of 1824
5 - Battle of San Jacinto
4, 2, 1, 5, 3
4, 1, 2, 5, 3
4, 3, 1, 5, 2
4, 5, 3, 2, 1
Who signed the Treaty of Velasco?
James Bowie
Santa Anna
Lorenzo de Zavala
James Fannin
James Bowie was involved in all the following battles except
Battle of Gonzales
Battle of Concepcion
Grass Fight
Siege at the Alamo
The Mexican government thought that the __________________ was a plot by the U.S. to acquire Texas.
Law of April 6
Mier y Teran Report
Fredonian Rebellion
Convention of 1836
Most Anglo Americans moved to Texas in the 1820s because _________________.
They wanted cheap land
The U.S. was becoming too crowded
They disagreed with the policies of the U.S. President
More jobs were available
What's the best title for this timeline?
Events leading to Mexican Independence
Events leading to Texas Revolution
Events occuring during the Texas Revolution
Events concerning the U.S. annexation of Texas
Which one looks like Mr. Gibson's brother?
