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WorksheetsTexas Revolution Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 40mins
Haden and Benjamin Edwards rebelled against the Mexican government and established the short-lived -
Republic of Fredonia
Colony at Turtle Bayou
Edwards Colony
Coahuila y Tejas
What resolutions were drafted by Texans at Turtle Bayou?
Select TWO correct answers
They confirmed their support for the Federalist government
They proclaimed independence from Mexico
They declared war against the Mexican state of Coahuila
They pledged to honor the Mexican Constitution of 1824
They announced plans to establish an education system across Texas
With which event of the Texas Revolution is the image above associated?
Fredonian Rebellion
Protest at Anahuac
Battle of Gonzales
Convention of 1832
Stephen F. Austin was sent to Mexico City to present the Texan delegates’ requests to the new president of Mexico. Which of the following was one of those requests?
Texans wanted permission to practice religions other than Catholicism
Texans wanted permission to elect representatives as a separate state from Coahuila
Texans wanted the price of land to be raised an additional 15 cents an acre for new settlers
Texans wanted the Mexican government to defend Texans against Native American attacks
We, therefore, the delegates…of the people of Texas, in solemn convention assembled…hereby resolve and declare, that our political connection with the Mexican nation has forever ended, and that the people of Texas do now constitute a free, sovereign, and independent republic, and are fully invested with all the rights and attributes which properly belong to independent nations.
In what year was this document signed?
1718
1821
1836
1845
Why did Mexico begin to distrust the United States in the early part of nineteenth century?
Mexico feared the United States would try to take Texas as the country expanded westward
Mexico thought the United States was trying to free Texas from Mexican rule
Mexico felt the United States was trying to expand slavery into South America
Mexico believed the United States and France were trying to colonize parts of Mexico
Why was Stephen F. Austin arrested and imprisoned by Mexican authorities?
He called Santa Anna a coward and a liar in a speech before the Mexican parliament.
He withdrew all his money from the National Bank of Mexico.
He refused to pay taxes to the Mexican government.
He wrote a letter encouraging Texans to form their own government.
Why did Sam Houston retreat to Gonzales after the Battle of the Alamo?
He wanted to enlist Natives in the Texas army.
He wanted to join forces with the U.S. army.
He wanted to invade Mexico from the north.
He wanted to train Texas soldiers for battle.
I used my influence with Santa Anna to save them, if possible, from being butchered, particularly Fannin. I obtained from His Excellency only a severe reply, repeating his previous order to execute them all…doubtlessly dictated by cruel necessity… -Mexican General José Urrea
What event of the Texas Revolution is being described by the Mexican general?
Battle of the Alamo
Battle of Gonzales
Goliad Massacre
Battle of San Jacinto
How did weather impact Texans’ journey during the Runaway Scrape?
Heavy rain caused the Sabine River to flood, making it difficult for them to cross
Hurricanes destroyed major cities, making it difficult for them to get supplies.
Blizzards created poor road conditions, making it hazardous for them to move quickly.
Dust storms caused limited visibility, making it difficult for them to travel.
Which statement most accurately describes the defenders of the Alamo?
A. The defenders were an all-Anglo regiment from the United States.
The defenders consisted of Mexicans, Anglos, and Europeans.
The defenders were all native-born Mexicans.
The defenders consisted of both Natives and former slaves.
What were the Treaties of Velasco AND how did Mexico respond to their terms? Think about the question carefully. Then enter your answer to BOTH parts of the question in the box provided.
He loved people
Santa Anna
Battle of San Jacinto
How did Santa Anna respond to the event described in the headline?
He promised to pay Texans $50,000 to let him go free.
He agreed to live in Central America for the rest of his life.
He convinced the Mexican government to sell Texas to the United States.
He agreed to terms of a peace treaty in order to negotiate his release.
Which effect correctly replaces the question mark in the diagram?
Texans agreed to be annexed by the United States.
Texans declared independence from Mexico.
Texans supported Santa Anna’s government.
Texans voted to remain loyal to Mexico.
Which of the following best replaces the question mark in the diagram?
General Mier y Terán investigated the conditions in Texas.
Santa Anna lost the 1834 Mexican presidential election.
Stephen F. Austin was arrested while in Mexico.
Sam Houston overthrew the Mexican government
Which of the following correctly replaces the question mark in this list?
Established the state of Coahuila y Tejas
Stopped all immigration from the United States
Eliminated grants for Texas farmers
Required Texas men to join the Mexican army
Which individual correctly replaces the question mark in the table?
Juan Seguín
Stephen F. Austin
Sam Houston
William B. Travis
Determine which part of the excerpt explains the purpose of William B. Travis’ letter.
Select the correct answer.
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San Antonio was a strategic location because it had cannons and was located along the ______________________________.
The best selection is -
Main roads of Texas
Coast of the Gulf of Mexico
Runaway Scrape trail
The Texians took control of the Alamo after defeating _________________________________ and ordering the Mexican army to leave Texas.
The best selection is -
Colonel James Fannin
General Cos
General Santa Anna
