WorksheetsRevolution & Republic STAAR Bootcamp
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 36mins
What was a major cause of the Texas Revolution?
The desire of Texans to join the United States immediately
Disputes over land ownership and usage
The abolition of slavery in Mexico
None of the above
Why did many American settlers move to Texas in the 1820s and 1830s?
To escape debts in the United States
For religious freedom
Attracted by cheap land
To establish cotton plantations
What event is considered the official start of the Texas Revolution?
The Battle of the Alamo
The Battle of San Jacinto
The Goliad Massacre
The Battle of Gonzales
Which of the following was a key issue during the Texas Revolution?
The right to bear arms
The imposition of Mexican laws over Anglo settlers
The desire for Texas to become an independent country
All of the above
What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?
The Texans won and gained independence.
The Mexicans won, but it became a rallying point for Texas independence.
It ended in a draw, prolonging the war.
The battle was avoided through negotiations.
Who was the President of Mexico during the Texas Revolution?
Sam Houston
Stephen F. Austin
Antonio López de Santa Anna
Davy Crockett
What was the main reason for the annexation of Texas into the United States?
To gain more territory for slavery
To protect Texas from Mexican reconquest
Economic benefits from cotton production
All of the above
When did Texas officially become a state of the United States?
1836
1845
1865
1898
What was the "Lone Star Republic"?
A nickname for the state of Texas after it joined the United States
The official name of Texas during its independence from Mexico before joining the United States
A military group fighting for Texas independence
None of the above
Which treaty officially ended the Texas Revolution and recognized Texas independence?
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Treaty of Velasco
Treaty of Paris
Treaty of San Jacinto
What role did Sam Houston play in the Texas Revolution?
He was the commander of the Mexican forces.
He was a key political figure advocating for annexation.
He was the commander of the Texan forces and later became the President of the Republic of Texas.
He was a diplomat sent to negotiate peace with Mexico.
What was a defining characteristic of the Texas Republic?
It had a very stable and uncontested border with Mexico.
It was recognized as an independent nation by all major world powers.
It maintained a strong economy with no foreign debt.
It had its own constitution and government, separate from Mexico and the United States.
How did the Texas Revolution impact the relationship between the United States and Mexico?
It strengthened diplomatic ties between the two countries.
It had no significant impact on their relationship.
It led to increased tensions and contributed to the outbreak of the Mexican-American War.
It improved trade relations between the two nations.
What was the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto?
It was a minor skirmish with no impact on the war's outcome.
It marked the end of the Texas Revolution with a decisive victory for the Texan forces.
It was the first battle of the Texas Revolution.
It resulted in Texas agreeing to remain part of Mexico.
Why did some Texans oppose annexation into the United States?
They feared losing their cultural identity.
They wanted to establish a relationship with Britain instead.
They preferred to remain an independent nation.
All of the above
What was the "Runaway Scrape"?
A mass exodus of Mexican troops from Texas
A retreat by Texan civilians and soldiers from the advancing Mexican army
A financial crisis in the Republic of Texas
A diplomatic mission to the United States
What was the flag raised by Texans at Gonzales
Faught over weapons
colonists won
Oct. 2, 1835
1st Battle in Texas Revolution
Texas Rebels Vs. Mexico
April 19, 1775
1st Battle in American Revolution
US vs. Britian
What is a grievance?
A good thing
a complaint
a compliment
a document
Which letter or number represents the location of the Battle of San Jacino?
1
A
2
B
What did the Mexican goernment do to try to stop U.S. immigration to Texas
passed the Law of April 6, 1830
hired more empresarios
offered more land grants
encouraged foreign trade
Anson Jones was President during
Treaty of Velsco
Annexation of Texas
early settlements of Texas
Batttle of Gonzales
Banned U.S. immigration to Texas, taxed all U.S. imports, outlawed slavery, cancelled unfilled Empresario contracts.
Mier y Teran Report
Turtle Bayou Resolutions
Conflict at Anahuac
Law of April 6, 1830
Who was known as the "Father of Texas" for his role in leading American colonization of the region?
Sam Houston
Stephen F. Austin
Antonio López de Santa Anna
Davy Crockett
What was the significance of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in relation to Texas?
It recognized Texas independence from Mexico.
It ended the Mexican-American War and ceded Texas to the United States.
It was a failed negotiation attempt before the Texas Revolution.
It established the boundaries of the Republic of Texas.
What was the primary economic activity in Texas during the early years of its statehood?
Manufacturing
Gold mining
Cotton farming
Cattle ranching
Which event marked the final battle of the Texas Revolution?
The Battle of the Alamo
The Siege of Bexar
The Battle of San Jacinto
The Goliad Massacre
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Who was elected as the first president of the Republic of Texas?
Anson Jones
Sam Houston
Mirabeau B. Lamar
Stephen F. Austin
What was Mirabeau B. Lamar known as due to his contributions to education?
The Pioneer of Public Schools
The Father of Education in Texas
The Guardian of Democracy
The Architect of Universities
Who fired a cannon to prevent the moving of the state archives?
Sam Houston
Anson Jones
Mirabeau B. Lamar
Angelina Eberly
What did Sam Houston focus on during his return to office?
Annexation by the United States
Establishing more schools
Expanding the territory of Texas
Creating a large army
In what year did Texas become the 28th state of the United States?
1846
1841
1844
1845
What solution did President Houston believed would help Texas
Who served as the first President of the Republic of Texas?
Sam Houston
Stephen F. Austin
Antonio López de Santa Anna
David G. Burnet
Complete the timeline with one of the following events in Texas history
Stephen F. Austin becomes president of Texas
Stephen F. Austin is arrested by the Mexican government
Stephen F. Austin sided with the Mexican government
Stephen F. Austin becomes an empresario in Texas
What was the last battle of the Texas Revolution?
How did the Texas Constitution of 1845 address slavery?
It abolished slavery within Texas.
It declared that all men were created equal, including enslaved people.
It made slavery illegal, but only in certain regions.
It protected the institution of slavery.
What was the main idea behind Manifest Destiny in the 19th century?
The belief that the U.S. should limit its expansion to the east coast
The belief that the U.S. was destined to expand across the North American continent
The idea that the U.S. should not interfere with the affairs of other countries
The concept that the U.S. should focus solely on industrial development
