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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWho led Texans to victory against Mexican troops at the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836?Santa AnnaSam HoustonDavy CrockettJim Bowie
- 2. Multiple ChoiceThe first clash between Texas colonists and Mexican authorities came in 1826 lead by ____.Stephen F. AustinThe Edwards BrothersRichard FieldsEdwards Brothers & Richard Fields
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat is believed to be the turning point in relations between the Mexican government and Texas colonists?Fredonia RevoltSanta Anna revolting against Mexico's emperorThe law of April 6, 1830Turtle Bayou Resolutions
- 4. Multiple ChoiceAfter winning the battles at Gonzales and Goliad, the Texans marched to ___ and laid siege.NacogdochesWashington-on-the-BrazosSan FelipeSan Antonio
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhat treaty was signed to end the war and recognize Texas as an independent nation?Treaty of Guadalupe HidalgoTreaty of San JacintoTreaty of VelascoTreaty of Gonzales
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhich factor was most influential in determining the location of many battles during the Texas Revolution?The location of populated areasThe location of forestsThe location of major seaportsThe location of mineral deposits
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich event took place during the Revolutionary Era in Texas history?Siege of the AlamoCouncil House FightElection of Sam HoustonSettlement of Nacogdoches
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Which event completes the timeline?Council House FightAnnexation of TexasBattle of San JacintoTurtle Bayou Resolutions - 9. Multiple ChoiceThe main purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830 was to —block Mexicans from settling in. Texasend the trade between Texas and Mexico.prevent Texas from declaring independence.stop immigration from the United States to Texas.
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhat role did George Childress play in the Texas Revolution?He contributed to writing the Texas Constitution.He served as the first governor of the state of Texas.He was the first president of the independent Republic of Texas.He was the primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence.
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhich Texas leader surrendered and was executed along with his soldiers because of his defense of Goliad at the Battle of Coleto Creek?Lorenzo de ZavalaJames FanninSam HoustonWilliam Travis
- 12. Multiple ChoiceThe famous Texan pictured contributed to the independence of Texas by —leading the Texas Revolutionary. forcesserving as President of the Texas Republic.fighting with Texans defending the Alamo.writing the Texas Declaration of Independence.
- 13. Multiple ChoiceHow did the Battle of Gonzales contribute to the success of the Texas Revolution?It motivated the United States to support the independence of Texas.It showed the Mexican government that the Texas army was well armed and equipped.It proved to Texans that the Mexican army could be defeated and independence achieved.It demonstrated that few people could resist the superior military strength of the Mexican army.
- 14. Multiple ChoiceIn March of 1836, delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos intending to —create a plan to defend the Alamo.design the “Come and Take It” flag.establish an independent government.negotiate a peace settlement with Mexico.
- 15. Multiple ChoiceThe primary function of the Texas Rangers for the Republic of Texas was to —built irrigation systems for Texas farmers.protect Texans from American Indian tribes.return fugitive enslaved people to Texas farms.establish a prison system for the Texas justice system.
- 16. Multiple ChoiceHow did physical geography affect the outcome of the Battle of Coleto?The open prairie allowed the Mexican army to surround Fannin and his men.The dense forest provided protection for Fannin and his men from Mexican soldiers.The deep canyon allowed the Mexican army to attack Fannin and his men from above.The rolling valleys acted as a barrier when Fannin and his men tried to escape the fighting.
- 17. Multiple ChoiceBased on the information in the excerpt, one of the effects of the Turtle Bayou Resolutions was that the Texans chose to —align themselves with Santa Anna.begin preparing to fight against Santa Anna.petition Santa Anna to grant them independence.call for the resignation of Santa Anna as president.
- 18. Multiple ChoiceThe letter pictured was intended to —notify Santa Anna that the men at the Alamo intended to fight.warn Sam Houston that Santa Anna’s army was approaching him.advise the citizens of Gonzales to take their cannon and evacuate.inform other Texans that reinforcements were needed at the Alamo.
- 19. Multiple ChoiceMost of the battles of the Texas Revolution were fought in which area of the map?1234
- 20. Multiple ChoiceWhere on the map is the location of the San Jacinto Monument?ABCD
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWhich famous Texan is described by the information in the box?Jim BowieJosé Antonio NavarroJuan SeguínLorenzo de Zavala
- 22. Multiple ChoiceThe graphic illustrates Stephen F. Austin’s changing attitude towards fight for independence from Mexico. This change was brought about because of Austin’s —arrest by Mexican officials.creation of the Mier y Terán report.work to pass the Law of April 6, 1830.participation in the Fredonian Rebellion.
- 23. Multiple ChoiceWhen did the Texans declare their Independence from Mexico?March 2, 1836November 3, 1835October 2, 1835March 16, 1836
- 24. Multiple ChoiceWhat was the purpose of William B Travis's letter?To send reinforcements/helpTo announce their victoryTo inform americans of their plansTo announce his surrender
- 25. Multiple ChoiceName the battle in which Santa Anna surrendered to Sam Houston Texan Army?Battle of GonzalesGrass FightBattle of San JacintoBattle of Coleto
- 26. Multiple ChoiceWhich battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?Battle of GonzalesBattle of the AlamoGoliad MassacreBattle of San Jacinto
- 27. Multiple ChoiceThe battle cry at San Jacinto was"Don't Mess With Texas""Remember The Alamo""Live Free or Die""Don't Touch My Hat"
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhat year did Texas win its independence?1821184518361835
- 29. Multiple ChoiceWho beat Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto?James FanninWilliam B. TravisSam HoustonSanta Anna didn't lose
- 30. Multiple ChoiceWhat did George Childress do that was so significant?Wrote the Texas Declaration of IndependenceBeat Santa Anna in the Battle of San JacintoHe didn't do anything significateCame up with the Law of April 6th 1836
- 31. Multiple ChoiceWhich Texas Revolutionary leader was significant because he left the Alamo to get reinforcements and commanded an army at the Battle of San JacintoJuan SeguinJames BowieStephen F. AustinDavy Crockett
- 32. Multiple ChoiceWhat convention helped bring about the Republic of Texas 1836The Convention of 1836The Convention of 1833The Convention of 1830There was no convention
- 33. Multiple Choice
In what city did this battle take place where the Texans dared the Mexican troops to "Come and Take It"?
Gonzales
Pittsburgh
El Paso
Austin
- 34. Multiple Choice
I was a Tennessee volunteer that helped at the Alamo, who am I?
Davy Crockett
James Fannin
Santa Anna
Jim Bowie
- 35. Multiple Choice
Who won the battle of the Alamo?
Texas
United States
Mexico
Puerto Rico
- 36. Multiple ChoiceIn which city will you find the Alamo?DallasSan AntonioAustinHouston
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