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Texas Revolution Part 1

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

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Class
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1.

How did the defense of the Alamo contribute to Texas’ independence from Mexico?

a)

The siege motivated civilians of Bexar to force Santa Anna east towards Texas forces

b)

The attack reduced the strength of Mexican forces to equal General Houston’s numbers.

c)

The location of the fort lured Mexican forces away from the wealthy ports along the Texas coast.

d)

The courage of the defenders led many Texans to join General Houston and resist Mexican forces.

2.

How did William B. Travis and James Bowie act similarly to contribute to the independence of Texas?

a)

Both served as leaders of the Alamo during the attack by Santa Anna.

b)

Both authored major portions of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

c)

Both gained support from American Indian groups for fighting Mexican forces.

d)

Both commanded regiments with General Houston at the Battle of San Jacinto.

3.

The Victory or Death letter was intended to --

a)

notify Santa Anna that the men at the Alamo intended to fight

b)

warn Sam Houston to flee from Santa Anna's approaching army

c)

inform other Texans that reinforcements were needed at the Alamo

d)

advise the citizens of Gonzales to take their cannon and evacuate

4.

Definition of Treaty

a)

leaders who takes total control

b)

being free to control oneself

c)

a formal agreement between countries

5.

This old mission was used as a fort and was the sight of one of the most important battles of the war.

a)

San Jose

b)

The Alamo

c)

Austin, Texas

d)

San Jacinto

6.

Because James Bowie fell ill, who was the final commander at the Alamo?

a)

James Bowie

b)

William B. Travis

c)

Sam Houston

d)

Davy Crockett

7.

The main purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830 was to

a)

block Mexicans from settling in Texas

b)

prevent Texas from declaring independence

c)

stop immigration from the United States to Texas

d)

end the trade between Texas and Mexico

8.

All were a part of the Law of April 6, 1830 EXCEPT:

a)

No more immigration from the United States

b)

The Mexican government would pay Americans travel expenses

c)

Commissioner to over see empresario contracts

d)

Did not allow any more slaves to be brought in to Texas

9.

Who was the commander of the Texas Army

a)

Sam Houston

b)

Henry Smith

c)

Stephen F. Austin

d)

David G. Burnet

10.

Come & Take It: From which battle of the Texas Revolution is the flag above most closely associated with?

a)

Battle of Gonzales

b)

The Grass Fight

c)

The Alamo

d)

The Battle of San Jacinto

11.

Definition of dictator

a)

being free to control oneself

b)

a formal agreement between countries

c)

a leaders who takes total control

d)

changing from one governmental structure to another

12.

Who was the Texan leader calling for reinforcements in the letter "Victory or Death"?

a)

Sam Houston

b)

David G. Burnet

c)

William B Travis

d)

Stephen F. Austin

13.

Stephen F. Austin went to Mexico City to meet with Mexican officials. After leaving the city he was arrested for what reason?

a)

fighting with Mexican authorities

b)

not having his passport

c)

a letter he wrote to Texans

d)

Hiding a canon

14.

Definition of Treaty

a)

a leader who takes total control

b)

a formal agreement between countries

c)

being free to control oneself

15.

What was a major problem hindering military success for the Texas army during the fight for Texas Independence?

a)

Funding from the United States was running out

b)

No true military leader and forces were spread out in different parts of Texas

c)

Many Texans did not want to fight and wanted to stay loyal to Mexico

d)

Texas troops were still in training when the Mexican troops arrived in Texas

16.

What was the turning point between the Mexican government and Texas colonists?

a)

Fredonia Revolt

b)

Santa Anna revolting against Mexico's emperor

c)

the law of April 6, 1830

d)

Turtle Bayou Resolutions

17.

Definition of Independence

a)

a leaders who takes total control

b)

a formal agreement between countries

c)

being free to control oneself