WorksheetsUnrest, Revolution, and Independence
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 14mins
Who was Philip Nolan, and why did the Spanish authorities become suspicious of him?
He was a mustang trader in Texas, and the Spanish thought he was a spy.
He was a Spanish official who helped the US government.
He was a Mexican priest who started a revolution.
He was a French emperor who invaded Spain.
What major event happened in 1808 that affected Spain and its colonies?
The United States declared independence.
Napoleon, the emperor of France, invaded Spain and removed the Spanish king from power.
The Spanish army defeated the US army.
The creoles took control of Mexico.
Which of the following best describes the role of Augustus Magee in the unrest and revolution in Texas?
He was a creole priest who called for independence.
He was a US Army officer and co-commander with Gutierrez, leading an army of Mexican and US citizens.
He was the emperor of France who invaded Spain.
He was a Spanish official who arrested Philip Nolan.
Why was the "Cry of Dolores" significant in Mexican history?
It was a speech by Napoleon that started the French Revolution.
It was a cry from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla that led to a war against Spain for Mexican independence.
It was a call for help from the US government.
It was a battle between the creoles and peninsulares.
Analyze the impact of the struggle between creoles and peninsulares in Mexico after 1808. How did this struggle contribute to the movement for Mexican independence?
It caused the creole groups to start talking about taking up arms against the government, leading to the independence movement.
It resulted in the Spanish king regaining power.
It led to the defeat of the US army in Texas.
It caused the emperor of France to become king of Mexico.
What is the definition of a filibuster?
A military adventurer who tried to stir up rebellion in other countries
A government official who enforces laws
A person who writes laws for the country
A merchant who trades goods between countries
Why did Dr. James Long want Texas to be independent?
He felt that Texas should be a US territory
He wanted Texas to join Mexico
He wanted Texas to remain under Spanish control
He wanted Texas to become a kingdom
Which event happened when Dr. James Long invaded Texas in 1819?
He captured Nacogdoches and declared Texas independent
He signed a peace treaty with the Spanish
He was elected governor of Texas
He built a new city in Texas
What was the main goal of the filibusters when they came to Texas?
To stir up rebellion in Mexico
To build new schools
To trade with Native Americans
To find gold and silver
Why did Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla want Mexico to be independent from Spain?
He felt that the peninsulares were mistreating the lower classes and should no longer be in power
He wanted to unite with the United States
He wanted to become king of Mexico
He wanted to increase trade with Europe
Who issued the "Cry of Dolores" to end the power of the peninsulares in September 1810?
Father Miguel Hidalgo
Augustin de Iturbide
James Long
Father Moreno
What was the main result of the Gutierrez-Magee expedition in 1812?
They captured Nacogdoches and the presidio at La Bahia.
They gained control of Mexico City.
They executed Father Hidalgo.
They declared independence from France.
Explain why the events of 1820 were crucial for Mexico's independence. Use evidence from the timeline.
Father Hidalgo was executed, ending the revolution.
Spanish loyalists in Mexico joined the fight for independence, increasing the rebels' power.
James Long successfully captured Texas.
The Spanish army defeated the rebels at the Battle of Medina.
Which event marked the final achievement of Mexican independence from Spain?
Agustin de Iturbide joined forces with Mexican rebels in 1821.
The capture of Nacogdoches in 1812.
The execution of Father Hidalgo in 1811.
The defeat of Spanish forces at the Battle of Medina in 1813.
How did the actions of Spanish loyalists in 1820 impact the outcome of the Mexican War of Independence? Provide reasoning based on the timeline.
They helped the Spanish army defeat the rebels.
They captured and executed rebel leaders.
Their support for the rebels gave the independence movement more power.
They prevented the capture of Nacogdoches.
Organize these options into the right categories
Father Miguel Hidalgo issues the “Cry of Dolores” to end the power of the peninsulares.
Father Hidalgo was captured and executed.
Spanish loyalists in Mexico joined the fight for Mexican independence.
Mexico wins its independence from Spain.
What was the population of Native Americans in Texas after Mexico’s independence from Spain?
3,000
30,000
10,000
1,000
Which of the following was NOT one of the main settlements in Texas after the Mexican Revolution?
El Paso del Norte
Goliad
Laredo
Houston
After Mexico’s independence, (a) became important to the Texas economy.
How did Native American relations change in Texas after the Mexican Revolution?
Relations improved and trade increased
Native Americans left Texas
Fighting and attacks increased, and relationships became strained
There was no change in relations
