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WorksheetsTexas Revolution Quick Quiz
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
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
Refer to the boxed list titled Law of April 6, 1830, which includes:
• Canceled all Anglo empresario contracts
• Increased the number of Mexican soldiers in Texas
• Placed a tariff on goods from the United States
• Outlawed bringing slaves to Texas
• ____________________ ?.
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
Pick two answers.
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 showing a black star above a cannon and the words COME AND TAKE IT 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?
Allow Texas to become a separate state from Coahuila y Tejas
Require Texans to pay higher tariffs on goods from the United States
Station more Mexican troops in Texas towns
Ban all immigration from the United States to Texas
“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 , that made Texas independent signed?
1718
1821
1836
1845
Why did Mexico begin to distrust the United States in the early part of the 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.
Use the table titled "Ad Interim Government in Texas": David Burnet — President of Texas; Lorenzo de Zavala — Vice President of Texas; ? — General of Texas Army. Which individual correctly replaces the question mark in the table?
Juan Seguín
Stephen F. Austin
Sam Houston
William B. Travis
Complete the sentences by selecting the correct answers. San Antonio was a strategic location because it had cannons and was located along the ________.
main roads of Texas
coast of the Gulf of Mexico
Runaway Scrape trail
Complete the sentences by selecting the correct answers. The Texians took control of the Alamo after defeating __________________________ and ordering the Mexican army to leave Texas.
Colonel James Fannin
General Cos
General Santa Anna
Which effect correctly replaces the question mark in the diagram? Cause: Under the Mexican Federal Constitution of 1824, Texans were denied protection of personal rights, a voice in government, and the right to a fair trial.
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.
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?
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?
They were public and secret agreements requiring Mexican troop withdrawal, recognition of Texas independence, and the Rio Grande boundary; Mexico refused to recognize them, claiming Santa Anna signed under duress.
They were trade agreements opening Mexican ports to Texas merchants; Mexico ratified them and expanded commerce with Texas.
They were military alliances pledging Texas to fight alongside Mexico against European powers; Mexico honored them for the next decade.
They were land sales transferring Coahuila y Tejas to the United States; Mexico accepted payment and ceded the territory.
