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TX History Second Nine Week's Review

Total questions: 51

Worksheet time: 33mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The impact (importance) of the Grito de Dolores by Father Hidalgo was that it encouraged ______________.

a)

Mexican independence from Spain

b)

Spanish independence from Mexico

c)

People of Mexico accepted Spanish rule

d)

Native Americans to marry more Spanish people.

2.

A system created by Mexico where land agents (known as empresarios) receive pieces of land from the Mexican government to settle families is called____________.

a)

Empresario System

b)

State Colonization Law of 1825

c)

Mexican Constitution of 1824

d)

Mexican Independence

3.

· Known as the “Father of Texas”

· Approval by the Mexican Government to settle 300 families

· Brought the “Old Three Hundred” to Texas

· Convinced Mexico to allow slavery in Texas

The items in the box above are characteristics associated with _________.

a)

Moses

Austin

b)

Stephen F.

Austin

c)

Green

De Witt

d)

Martin

De Leon

4.
First American to receive Spanish land grant in Mexico, later Texas. He died and passed land to his son
a)
Moses Austin
b)
Stephen Austin
c)
Martin De Leon
d)
Green De Witt
5.

What was the purpose of the State Colonization Law of 1825?

a)

Mexican independence from Spain

b)

Promote the settlement of Texas

c)

Merge Texas and Coahuila as one state

d)

Convert the Native Americans to Catholicism

6.

· Catholicism was the official religion

· President elected by the states

· Central government was weak

· 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

7.

All of the following are ways that some Tejanos have maintained their cultural heritage while adapting to American culture EXCEPT—

a)

Some cook the foods of their heritage as well as enjoy American hot dogs at ball games.

b)

Some infuse the English language with words and phrases of their culture.

c)

All have abandoned an agricultural lifestyle.

d)

Some celebrate holidays from Mexico as well as American holidays

8.

One major change that occurred in Texas society during the Mexican National Era includes —

a)

the introduction of cattle ranching

b)

the establishment of Anglo settlements

c)

the fighting of the American Revolution

d)

the conversion of American Indian tribes

9.

Which of the following is a contribution of Stephen F. Austin to the development of Texas?

a)

He established a mission at Galveston Bay.

b)

He explored the Rio Grande and West Texas.

c)

He helped draft the Mexican Constitution of 1824.

d)

He founded the first large Anglo colony in Texas.

10.

Why were most Texas land grants located close to the United States in east and central Texas?

a)

Land in west and northwest Texas was claimed by France

b)

American Indian tribes had weren’t as dangerous in this area

c)

It was easier to survive in this area than in other parts of the state.

d)

Mexican officials hoped they could populate this area with people from the United States who would convert to Mexican citizens and help them claim their territory

11.

How did Anglo colonization of Texas differ from Spanish colonization of Texas?

a)

Anglo settlers helped to build missions and presidios.

b)

Anglo settlers followed empresarios with land grants.

c)

Anglo settlers colonized along the border with Mexico.

d)

Anglo settlers hoped to claim land for the United States

12.

Why did many Americans and Mexicans migrate to Mexican Texas in the 1820’s?

a)

To gain religious freedom

b)

To build missions and forts

c)

To search for cities of gold

d)

To find cheap farmland

13.

he Constitution of 1824 created the state of Coahuila and Texas. This merger of the two geographic regions eventually resulted in —

a)

an end to immigration to the region

b)

political tensions that divided the region

c)

the spread of slavery further into Mexico

d)

increased conflicts with American Indian tribes

14.

As a result of the efforts of empresarios, how did the population of Texas change?

a)

Indentured servants from Europe moved to Texas

b)

Enslaved African Americans were brought to Texas.

c)

Mexican settlers outnumbered Anglo settlers in Texas

d)

Migrants from Europe populated Texas in large numbers.

15.

Because Texas had a small population, what state was it combined with?

a)

Chihuahua

b)

Tampico

c)

Oaxaca

d)

Coahuila

16.

How did the Texas economy improve after Mexican Independence?

a)

Anglo's began farming, ranching, and trading.

b)

Spaniards started moving to Texas.

c)

Wealthy Americans started buying large amounts of land.

17.

Why would Mexicans have a negative opinion on slavery?

a)

They were all enslaved by Spain.

b)

They fought against the Spanish social class system.

c)

Their religious beliefs forbade it.

18.

During the time between the Louisiana Purchase and the Adams-Onis Treaty, Americans tried to take Texas from Spain. What were these people called?

a)

Empresarios

b)

Alcaldes

c)

Filibusters

19.

Why were Texans concerned with Texas and Coahuila being combined?

a)

Texas would have to work harder in the governing of the state.

b)

Texas wouldn't have enough representation in the state government.

c)

Coahuila wouldn't be able to support Texas.

20.

Why would Americans leave the US for Texas?

a)

to escape the oppressive government

b)

to speak Spanish

c)

to escape debt

d)

to gain greater freedoms

21.

Why was Martin De Leon important?

a)

He was the first to bring Americans to Texas.

b)

He was the first to get an empresario contract for TX.

c)

He was the first to start cattle ranching traditions in TX

d)

He was the first to settle the town of Gonzales.

22.
What issue started the Fredonian Rebellion?
a)
land title disputes
b)
food supply disputes
c)
housing disputes
d)
boundary disputes
23.
What was Mier y Teran doing in Texas?
a)
Leading an Army against the settlers
b)
Collecting taxes from the settlers
c)
Inspecting Texas settlements for Mexican government
d)
He was on vacation
24.
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
25.
The Law (Decree) of April 6 1830 ________ relations between Mexico and Texas.
a)
damaged
b)
Takis
c)
Downtown
d)
Demensional
26.
One of the MAIN purposes of the Turtle Bayou Resolutions was to protest.
a)
the abolition of slavery in Mexico
b)
Mexico's revolution against Spain
c)
the unconstitutional actions of the Mexican government
d)
Mexico's ban on immigration from the United States
27.
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
28.
The Texans declared loyalty to who in the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?
a)
Loyalty to Mexico and support for Santa Anna
b)
Loyalty to Texas and support to Stephen F Austin
c)
Loyalty to Mexico and support to Edwards Brothers
d)
Loyalty to Texas and support for Edwards Brothers
29.
Why did Stephen F Austin choose to settle his colony on the coastal plains?
a)
The land was cheap.
b)
The land already had people on it.
c)
The US already owned it.
d)
The region had rich soil, access to water, and a warm climate.
30.
Who was responsible for writing the Texas Declaration of Independence?
a)
James Fannin
b)
Santa Ana
c)
Sam Houston
d)
George Childress
31.
Name the general and dictator of Mexico.
a)
Jose Urrea
b)
S.F.A
c)
Santa Ana
d)
William B. Travis
32.

What event caused S.F.A to support the idea of revolution?

a)

Mier Y Teran Report

b)

His arrest in Mexico city

c)

The Law of April 6, 1830

d)

All of the above

33.

What was the purpose of William B Travis's letter?

a)

To get reinforcements/help

b)

To announce their victory

c)

To inform americans of their plans

d)

To announce his surrender

34.

What was the overall message at the battle of Gonzales?

a)

They were not trying to send a message

b)

We know we are wrong, here is your cannon

c)

They were daring them to fight "Come and Take it"

d)

All of the above

35.
Looking at the picture what geographical advantage did the Mexican army have at the battle of Coleto?
a)
Open prairie prevented the Texans from hiding from the Mexican army
b)
Mountains allowed Mexicans to surprise attack the Texans
c)
The desert became too hot for the Texans to fight
d)
The Ocean allowed the Mexican army to arrive quickly
36.
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
37.
Where did the Texas Delegates meet to design their new government?
a)
El Paso
b)
Amarillo
c)
Washington-on-the-Brazos
d)
Odessa
38.

When Texans drafted their constitution which document did they look at for inspiration?

a)

United States Declaration of Independence

b)

Mexico's Declaration of Independence

c)

France's Declaration of Independence

d)

Spain's Declaration of Independence

39.
Using the map what can you tell regarding the distance in the battles?
a)
All battles were far apart
b)
Most battles took place in Mexico
c)
As the battles continued they moved farther away from Mexico City
d)
Battles were equal in distance from Mexico to Texas
40.
On March 27, 1836 James Fannin and 400 men were massacred in what city?
a)
Anahuac
b)
Goliad
c)
Gonzales
d)
San Antonio
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.
When William B. Travis wrote his famous letter, which ended in "Victory or Death", what did he want to happen?
a)
Raise the morale of his men in the Alamo
b)
Get reinforcements for the Alamo
c)
Claim victory against Santa Ana
d)
Discourage his men from fighting Santa Ana
43.
Name the battle in which Santa Ana surrendered to Sam Houston Texan Army?
a)
Battle of Gonzalez
b)
Battle of San Jacinto
c)
Grass Fight
d)
Battle of Goliad
44.
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.

45.
Texans elected _____________ to be the first president of the Republic in 1836.
a)
Stephen F. Austin
b)
David G. Burnet
c)
Sam Houston
d)
Mirabeau B. Lamar
46.
______________ was elected as the second president to serve in the Republic of Texas.
a)
Stephen F. Austin
b)
John Allen
c)
Mirabeau B. Lamar
d)
Dr. Anson Jones
47.
Which group of people were put in charge of the defense of the Republic of Texas?
a)
Tejanos
b)
Texas Army
c)
Texas Calvary
d)
Texas Rangers
48.
Texas Republic president, Mirabeau Lamar, created policy to wage war against the Natives and forcibly relocate them to which modern-day state -
a)
Colorado
b)
Lousiana
c)
New Mexico
d)
Oklahoma
49.
Why did Houston favor the annexation of Texas to the United States?
a)
Because of financial difficulties, problems with Mexico and conflicts with Natives.
b)
Because he felt the United States would go bankrupt with the land.
c)
Because he did not want to be annexed to Great Britain.
d)
Because he wanted to be recognized as the only Texas Republic president to accomplish the task of annexation.
50.
The Republic of Texas faced many financial difficulties that included:
a)
Tension over recognition of independence that led to war with Great Britain and France.
b)
Few sources of revenue and too many expenses and failed paper money circulated.
c)
Not enough soldiers to build an army.
d)
Not enough soldiers to build an army.
51.
The incorporating of a country or territory into another country or territory is known as _____.
a)
assimilation
b)
incorporation
c)
nationalization
d)
annexation