WorksheetsTexas Revolution Part 1
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
How did the defense of the Alamo contribute to Texas’ independence from Mexico?
The siege motivated civilians of Bexar to force Santa Anna east towards Texas forces
The attack reduced the strength of Mexican forces to equal General Houston’s numbers.
The location of the fort lured Mexican forces away from the wealthy ports along the Texas coast.
The courage of the defenders led many Texans to join General Houston and resist Mexican forces.
How did William B. Travis and James Bowie act similarly to contribute to the independence of Texas?
Both served as leaders of the Alamo during the attack by Santa Anna.
Both authored major portions of the Texas Declaration of Independence.
Both gained support from American Indian groups for fighting Mexican forces.
Both commanded regiments with General Houston at the Battle of San Jacinto.
The Victory or Death letter was intended to --
notify Santa Anna that the men at the Alamo intended to fight
warn Sam Houston to flee from Santa Anna's approaching army
inform other Texans that reinforcements were needed at the Alamo
advise the citizens of Gonzales to take their cannon and evacuate
Definition of Treaty
leaders who takes total control
being free to control oneself
a formal agreement between countries
This old mission was used as a fort and was the sight of one of the most important battles of the war.
San Jose
The Alamo
Austin, Texas
San Jacinto
Because James Bowie fell ill, who was the final commander at the Alamo?
James Bowie
William B. Travis
Sam Houston
Davy Crockett
The main purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830 was to
block Mexicans from settling in Texas
prevent Texas from declaring independence
stop immigration from the United States to Texas
end the trade between Texas and Mexico
All were a part of the Law of April 6, 1830 EXCEPT:
No more immigration from the United States
The Mexican government would pay Americans travel expenses
Commissioner to over see empresario contracts
Did not allow any more slaves to be brought in to Texas
Who was the commander of the Texas Army
Sam Houston
Henry Smith
Stephen F. Austin
David G. Burnet
Come & Take It: From which battle of the Texas Revolution is the flag above most closely associated with?
Battle of Gonzales
The Grass Fight
The Alamo
The Battle of San Jacinto
Definition of dictator
being free to control oneself
a formal agreement between countries
a leaders who takes total control
changing from one governmental structure to another
Who was the Texan leader calling for reinforcements in the letter "Victory or Death"?
Sam Houston
David G. Burnet
William B Travis
Stephen F. Austin
Stephen F. Austin went to Mexico City to meet with Mexican officials. After leaving the city he was arrested for what reason?
fighting with Mexican authorities
not having his passport
a letter he wrote to Texans
Hiding a canon
Definition of Treaty
a leader who takes total control
a formal agreement between countries
being free to control oneself
What was a major problem hindering military success for the Texas army during the fight for Texas Independence?
Funding from the United States was running out
No true military leader and forces were spread out in different parts of Texas
Many Texans did not want to fight and wanted to stay loyal to Mexico
Texas troops were still in training when the Mexican troops arrived in Texas
What was the turning point between the Mexican government and Texas colonists?
Fredonia Revolt
Santa Anna revolting against Mexico's emperor
the law of April 6, 1830
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
Definition of Independence
a leaders who takes total control
a formal agreement between countries
being free to control oneself
