FLASH CARD Review

1. The intent of the delegates who met at Washington on the Brazos in March of 1836 ?

1 establish an independent government

2. What was the intent of the famous letter from the Alamo?

2. tell the other Texans that reinforcements (more troops) were needed at the Alamo..

3. This Texas leader surrendered his troops after the Battle of Coleto Creek near Goliad and nearly all will be executed?

3. James Fannin

4. This battle will prove to Texans that they can defeat the Mexican Army in battle and help with the success of the Texas Revolution?

4. Battle of Gonzales

5. How did this famous Texan in the picture below help /contribute to Texas independence ?

5. fought with the Texans defending the Alamo

6. What famous event or battle will take place in San Antonio and help inspire many others to fight harder for Texas independence?

6. Siege of the Alamo.

7. What major event in Stephen F 7. What major event in Stephen F. Austin’s life helped change his attitude towards the fight for independence from Mexico?

7. when he was arrested by Mexican officials

8. Most of the battles of the Texas Revolution were fought in this region of Texas?

8. . Coastal plains region that covers the land area next to the Gulf of Mexico

9. What would best describe the general pattern or progression of Texas Revolution Battle sites. ?

9. In general the Mexican troops were getting farther away from the Mexican capital.

10. How did physical geography impact or affect the ending or outcome of the Battle of Coleto Creek . ?

10. open prairie allowed Fannin’s men to be surrounded.

11. When did the Battle of San Jacinto take place?

11. April 21, 1836 (before the Treaties of Velasco)

12. Where along the Gulf Coast of Texas would you find the location of the San Jacinto Monument?

12. upper Gulf Coast near Houston and Galveston Bay.

13. Why do many Texans honor/celebrate /commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto?

13. Because it resulted in the surrender of Santa Anna .

14. A major focus of Houston’s administration in the new Republic of Texas?

14. . Paying debts for war/revolution costs.

15. Primary function (work task) of the Texas Rangers for the Republic of Texas.?

15. protect Texans from Indian attacks

16. This Texas woman’s diary helped others learn about daily life in the Republic.?

16. Mary Maverick

17. The Lamar administration and the conflicts of the Council House fight and the Cordova Rebellion involved ?

17. American Indian Tribes

18. A primary goal of the Santa Fe expedition was to ____ ?

18. establish a western boundary of Texas

? 19. This famous Texas leader helped lead Texas through annexation of Texas to the USA ?

19. Anson Jones

. 20. Why is 1845 significant in Texas history?.

20. Texas annexed (joins) by the USA

21. This famous Texan-Tejano was sent as a messenger to warn Sam Houston about the Alamo, later remain with Houston and serve in the final battle independence, and serve as a Tejano representative to the Senate?

21. Juan Seguin

22. This Texan is known as the primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence?

22. George Childress

23. Why did Sam Houston oppose building a Navy for Texas?

23. He thought it would waste finances / funds (drain their finances)

24. With the establishment of the Republic of Texas, the Texas citizens were granted?

24. The citizens of Texas were granted liberties (example: freedom of religion)

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