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WCJH 7th Grade Texas History Road Revolution and Texas Revolutio

Total questions: 71

Worksheet time: 49mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What was one of the reasons Mexico put into place the Law of April 6, 1830?
a)
To make slavery legal in Texas
b)
To stop U.S. immigration into Texas
c)
To help Texas set up its own government
d)
To make Catholicism optional
2.

Resulted when letter written to the local government in San Antonio was intercepted by Mexican officials who viewed the letter as a challenge to Mexican authority

a)

Conflict at Anahuac

b)

Austin is Arrested

c)

Fredonian Rebellion

d)

Turtle Bayou Resolutons

3.

Banned U.S. immigration to Texas, taxed all U.S. imports, outlawed slavery, cancelled unfilled Empresario contracts.

a)

Law of April 6, 1830

b)

Conflict at Anahuac

c)

Turtle Bayou Resolutions

d)

Mier y Teran Report

4.
The Law of April 6th 1830 was Mexico's attempt to-
a)
Remove all Texans from San Antonio
b)
Strengthen the Texas Government
c)
Give more empresario land grants to Anglos
d)
Weaken American influence in Texas
5.
What happened to Stephen F. Austin after he met with Mexican officials in Mexico City in 1833?
a)
Was arrested for treason
b)
Got a new empresario contract
c)
Took command of the Texas Army
d)
Went back to the U.S.
6.
*Fredonian Rebellion         *Meir y Teran Report        *Law of April 6, 1830       *Arrest of Stephen F. Austin These events led to-
a)
Mexican Independence from Spain
b)
Exploration of Texas by the Spanish
c)
Texas Revolution against Mexico
d)
The establishment of Missions & Presidios
7.
Who was Santa Anna?
a)
Mexico's President
b)
American Colonist
c)
Sailor from Mexico
d)
Slave
8.
The Turtle Bayou Resolutions meant that Texans? 
a)
Immigrants were now allowed in the US
b)
Renewed loyalty towards Mexico ( federalist)
c)
A declaration of Unity between both countries
d)
A deceleration of independence from Mexico
9.
Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?
a)
Battle of Gonzales
b)
Battle of the Alamo
c)
Goliad Massacre
d)
Battle of San Jacinto
10.
This document informed the Mexican President that U.S. influence was stronger in Texas than Mexican influence. This led to Law of April 6, 1830.
a)
Mier y Teran Report
b)
Stephen F. Austin Arrest
c)
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
d)
Fredonian Rebellion
11.
Mexico gained independence from Spain in what year?
a)
1810
b)
1820
c)
1824
d)
1821
12.
He was considered the "Father of Texas"
a)
Erasmo Seguin
b)
Stephen F. Austin
c)
Moses Austin
d)
Martin De Leon
13.

· Catholicism was the official religion

· President elected by the states

· Supported the principle of Federalism

· States had most of the power

The list above describes the ________________________.

a)

U.S. Constitution

b)

Mexican Constitution of 1824

c)

Treaty of Cordoba

d)

State Colonization Law of 1825

14.
Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?
a)
Battle of Gonzales
b)
Battle of the Alamo
c)
Goliad Massacre
d)
Battle of San Jacinto
15.
This document informed the Mexican President that U.S. influence was stronger in Texas than Mexican influence. This led to Law of April 6, 1830.
a)
Mier y Teran Report
b)
Stephen F. Austin Arrest
c)
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
d)
Fredonian Rebellion
16.
No more U. S. Immigration, no more slaves, custom duties (tax) charged on U. S. imports.
a)
Mier y Teran Report
b)
Stephen F. Austin Arrest
c)
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
d)
Law of April 6, 1830
17.
Mexican Government sent this man to investigate the conditions in northern Texas 
a)
Hayden Edwards
b)
Mier y Teran 
c)
Sam Houston 
d)
Stephen F Austin 
18.
Anahuac settlers gathered at this place and drafted a set of resolutions to Mexico
a)
Turtle Bayou Resolution
b)
Fredonian Rebellion 
c)
Conflict at Anahuac
d)
Arrest of SFA
19.
Texas Declared Independence on March 2, 1836.  Where did this happen?
a)
At the Alamo
b)
At Velasco 
c)
Washington-on-the-Brazos
d)
At Goliad
20.
What did the Texans state at the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?
a)
They would be loyal to the Mexican constitution
b)
They would be loyal to Spain
c)
They would be loyal to the Texas constitution
d)
They would be loyal to the U.S. constitution
21.
What was the effect of the Mier y Teran report?
a)
The Mexican government passed the Law of April 6
b)
The Fredonian Rebellion
c)
The Turtle Bayou Resolutions
22.
What was the effect of the Law of April 6, 1830?
a)
The Texans were mad at the Mexican government and gathered at Turtle Bayou to make resolutions.
b)
The Fredonian Rebellion
c)
The arrest of Stephen F. Austin
23.
What was the effect of the arrest of Stephen F. Austin?
a)
The Mexican government passed the Law of April 6
b)
Austin was now angry with the Mexican government, and it led to the start of the Texas Revolution.
c)
The Law of April 6, 1830.
24.
Fill in the blank-The law of April 6, 1830, made it illegal to bring ___________ to Texas. 
a)
Anglos
b)
Africans
c)
Slaves
d)
Mexicans
25.
The law of April 6, 1830 stopped immigration from what country? 
a)
Europe
b)
Mexico
c)
United States
d)
Spain
26.
Which battle does the term "COME AND TAKE IT" come from?
a)
Battle of San Jacinto
b)
Battle of Medina
c)
Battle of Gonzales
d)
Battle of the Alamo
27.
By 1835, what did Stephen F. Austin believe Santa Anna was becoming?
a)
a rebel
b)
a dictator
c)
a traitor
d)
a revolutionary
28.
What feelings were expressed in the Turtle Bayou Resolution in regards to President Anastasio Bustamente?
a)
They supported him and his policies.
b)
They were against him and supported Santa Anna.
c)
They wanted him to abolish the Guerrero Decree and allow slavery in Texas.
d)
They wanted more Mexican troops for protection from Native American raids
29.
What was Stephen F. Austin asked to do at the Convention?
a)
He was asked to lead the Conventions.
b)
He was asked to write the resolutions and present them at the Convention.
c)
He was asked to leave the Convention because he agreed with the Mexican government.
d)
He was asked to go to Mexico City to discuss the resolutions with the Mexican government.
30.
Why was Steven F. Austin imprisoned in Mexico City?
a)
He was plotting to overthrow the Mexican government.
b)
He was caught bringing in more slaves into Texas from Louisiana.
c)
His letter was intercepted that told the Texans to go ahead with their plans to organize a local government.
d)
He insulted the Mexican president by questioning the new laws that were in place to control Texas.
31.
How did Austin's imprisonment impact his point of view on Mexico?
a)
He was still a loyal Mexican citizen
b)
He wanted to run for public office and make changes the democratic way.
c)
He was so upset that he left Mexico and went back to the United States in shame.
d)
He was now ready to go to war and unite against Santa Anna.
32.

1. Who became the ad interm (temporary) president during the Texas Revolution?

a)

Sam Houston

b)

David Burnet

c)

Moses Austin

d)

Joe Biden

33.

5. What battle was known as the start or first of the Texas Revolution?

a)

San Antonio

b)

Gonzalez

c)

Goliad

d)

Spain

34.
Name the general and dictator of Mexico.
a)
Jose Urrea
b)
S.F.A
c)
Santa Ana
d)
William B. Travis
35.
What was the purpose of William B Travis's letter?
a)
To send reinforcements/help
b)
To announce their victory
c)
To inform americans of their plans
d)
To announce his surrender
36.
Name the battle in which Santa Ana surrendered and officially gave Texas to the Americans?
a)
Battle of Gonzales
b)
Grass Fight
c)
Battle of San Jacinto
d)
Battle of Coleto
37.
Which of the following events took place during the Texas Revolution
a)
Council House Fight
b)
Siege of the Alamo
c)
Sam Houston Elected
d)
Texas Annexation
38.
What was created to prevent U.S. immigration into Mexico/Texas?
a)
Law of April 10
b)
A wall
c)
Law of April 6
d)
None of the above
39.
What is the significance of the battle of Gonzales?
a)
Gave the Texans confidence in their fighting
b)
Proved independence could be achieved
c)
Showed Mexicans could be defeated
d)
All of the above
40.
What event caused S.F.A to support the idea of revolution?
a)
Mier Y Teran Report
b)
Arrest in Mexico city
c)
The Law of April 6, 1830
d)
All of the above
41.
Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?
a)
Battle of Gonzales
b)
Battle of the Alamo
c)
Goliad Massacre
d)
Battle of San Jacinto
42.
The battle cry at San Jacinto was
a)
"Don't Mess With Texas"
b)
"Remember The Alamo"
c)
"Live Free or Die"
d)
"Don't Touch My Hat"
43.
What year did Texas win its independence?
a)
1821
b)
1845
c)
1836
d)
1835
44.
What was the very last battle of the Texas Revolution?
a)
Battle of Coleto Creek
b)
Battle of the Alamo
c)
Battle of San Jacinto
45.
Why is the Battle of the Alamo significant?
a)
It inspired the Texans to fight stronger
b)
It discouraged the Texan army
c)
It was an important win for the Texans
d)
Everyone, including the Mexican soldiers,died at the hands of Santa Anna
46.
Who beat Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto?
a)
James Fannin
b)
William B. Travis
c)
Sam Houston
d)
Santa Anna didn't lose
47.
Who was appointed head of the Texas military?
a)
Stephen F. Austin
b)
Sam Houston
c)
Davy Crockett
d)
William B. Travis
48.
Looking at the map in which region did the majority of the battles take place?
a)
Mountains and Basins
b)
Gulf Coastal Plains
c)
Central Plains
d)
Great Plains
49.
Which battle does the term "COME AND TAKE IT" come from?
a)
Battle of San Jacinto
b)
Battle of Medina
c)
Battle of Gonzales
d)
Battle of the Alamo
50.

Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

a)

Mirabeau B. Lamar

b)

Stephen F. Austin

c)

Sam Houston

d)

Erastus 'Deaf' Smith

51.
In 1835, Texas was a state in which country?
a)
Spain
b)
United States
c)
Mexico
d)
North America
52.
Who was in charge of the regular army at the Alamo? He is also known for writing the famous"Victory or Death" letter asking for support and reinforcements.
a)
William B Travis
b)
David Crockett
c)
Sam Houston
d)
James Bowie
53.
I was a Tennessee volunteer that helped at the Alamo, who am I?
a)
Davy Crockett
b)
James Fannin
c)
Santa Anna
54.
Who won the battle of the Alamo?
a)
Texas
b)
United States
c)
Mexico
55.
In which battle did Texas win it's independence from Mexico?
a)
Battle of the Alamo
b)
Battle of San Jacinto
c)
Battle of Gonzales
d)
Battle of Goliad
56.
Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?
a)
Battle of Gonzales
b)
Battle of the Alamo
c)
Goliad Massacre
d)
Battle of San Jacinto
57.
What year did Texas win its independence?
a)
1821
b)
1845
c)
1836
d)
1835
58.
Why did William B Travis write his letter at the Alamo that he signed "Victory or death!" ?
a)
To ask for reinforcements/help
b)
To announce their victory
c)
To inform Americans of their plans
d)
To announce his surrender
59.
Name the general and president who became the dictator of Mexico during the Texas Revolution.
a)
Jose Urrea
b)
Stephen F Austin
c)
Santa Anna
d)
William B. Travis
60.
This document informed the Mexican President that U.S. influence was stronger in Texas than Mexican influence. This led to Law of April 6, 1830.
a)
Mier y Teran Report
b)
Stephen F. Austin Arrest
c)
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
d)
Fredonian Rebellion
61.
No more U. S. Immigration, no more slaves, custom duties (tax) charged on U. S. imports.
a)
Mier y Teran Report
b)
Stephen F. Austin Arrest
c)
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
d)
Law of April 6, 1830
62.

Who is considered the Father of Texas and first to bring Anglos to Texas?

a)

Stephen F Austin

b)

Moses Austin

c)

Jane Long

d)

Martin de Leon

63.
Who beat Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto?
a)
James Fannin
b)
William B. Travis
c)
Sam Houston
d)
Santa Anna didn't lose
64.

Who am I?

I practiced law in Tennessee and I arrived in Texas in 1835. I attended the Convention of 1836 and I was named as chairman of the committee. I am universally acknowledged as the author of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

a)

William Travis

b)

Juan Seguin

c)

Sam Houston

d)

George Childress

65.

Who am I?

I am the President of Mexico and I defeated the Texians at the Alamo. I have been trained by the Spanish army and worked my way up to be president. I wanted to sweep out all Texians, but I was defeated at San Jacinto.

a)

Sam Houston

b)

Santa Anna

c)

George Childress

d)

Lorenzo de Zavala

66.

Who am I?

I cam to Texas with my wife and two daughters. I soon became active in the Texas Revolution. Back in the U.S, I attended the Military Academy at Westpoint. I was at Goliad waiting for my men to return. I fought in the battle of Coleto Creek until I surrendered. Santa Anna ordered my execution along my 340 men.

a)

James Fannin

b)

George Childress

c)

Juan Seguin

d)

Lorenzo de Zavala

67.

Who am I?

I served in the Mexican Government for many years until I became opposed of Santa Anna. I was a delegate in the Convention of 1836 and I signed the Declaration of Independence. I also the designed the first flag of The Republic. I because Vice President but I had to reign because of my health issues.

a)

Juan Seguin

b)

William Travis

c)

Lorenzo de Zavla

d)

Sam Houston

68.

Who am I?

 I was chosen to take a message from the Alamo stating that “they would never surrender or retreat.” Returning, I found the Alamo had fallen to Santa Anna. I commanded a militia unit of Mexicans living in Texas at the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836. I served in the Texas Senate from then as mayor of San Antonio. I had to resigned as mayor and return to Mexico because of my connections with Mexico.

a)

Lorenzo de Zavla

b)

Juan Seguin

c)

Sam Houston

d)

James Fannin

69.

Who am I?

I am best known as the co-commander of the Alamo. I am from South Carolina, I obtained land from Stephen F. Austin, and moved to Texas. I became involved in the growing rebellion against the Mexican government. I wrote my famous letter “To the People of Texas and All Americans in the World.”

a)

Sam Houston

b)

James Fannin

c)

George Childress

d)

Willam B. Travis

70.

Who am I?

I was born in Virginia, but later moved to Tennessee. In 1809 I ran away from home and lived with the Cherokee Indians. In 1827 I was elected governor of Tennessee. Around 1829, I came to Texas and became active in the Texas Revolution. I took command of the Texas army during the Texas Revolution. I became a hero at San Jacinto where Santa Anna was defeated. I was rewarded for my leadership during the Texas Revolution when I was elected president of the Republic of Texas.

a)

Sam Houston

b)

James Fannin

c)

William Travis

d)

Santa Anna

71.

In which year was Santa Anna defeated and Texans won independence?

a)

1821

b)

1829

c)

1836

d)

1845

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