Unit 5 Review “Texas Revolution”

The events below make up which era in Texas history? Colonial Age of Exploration Texas Revolution Mexican Nationalism Declaration of Independence Constitution of 1836 Battle of the Alamo Fannin’s surrender Runaway Scrape Battle of San Jacinto Treaties of Velasco

Delegates at the Convention of 1836 declared Texas’s independence on March 2, 1836 February 23, 1836 July 4, 1836 May 5, 1836

How did Sam Houston use geography to his advantage in the Runaway Scrape? Houston burned fields, houses, and towns behind his settlers and troops which resulted in Mexican troops running low on supplies. Houston used the terrain that he knew well to lead settlers to safer areas in Texas where he could regroup. Houston ordered Vince’s Bridge to be burned down so that the Mexican army could not retreat. Houston used his military training from the U.S. Army to lead his troops to a nearby plantation so that they could spend time in combat training.

The second section of the Texas Declaration of Independence lists which of these as a grievance against Mexico? A. The arrest of Stephen F. Austin B. Failure to establish a public education C. Denial of rights such as trial by jury and freedom of religion D. All of the above

Which document established protections of individual liberties such as freedom of speech, religion, press, and assembly? Texas Declaration of Independence Constitution of 1836 Law of April 6, 1830 Treaties of Velasco

How did David Crockett end up in Texas and at the Alamo?

What document has been called the most heroic document in TX history? General Garay’s pardon of Andrew Boyle The letter written by William Travis asking for more volunteers to defend the Alamo The Texas Declaration of Independence The letter from David Crockett to Santa Anna asking for the release of women and children from the Alamo

Who said, “I shall never surrender or retreat” Who said, “I shall never surrender or retreat”? What circumstances had led to this statement?

Santa Anna was eventually captured by the Texans and later Was executed by order of the Republic of TX Died in prison while serving a life sentence for crimes against TX Was assigned a rank in the Texan Army Was released by Sam Houston

What was the significance of the Battle of Gonzales? It was the first military engagement of the TX Revolution. After the vote about returning the cannon to Mexican forces, Texians citizens opened fire on the Mexican soldiers. It was the first alignment of Mexican and Comanche forces against citizens of Gonzales. Mexican Lt. Francisco Castaneda moved his forces after receiving information that the Texian forces were much larger than anticipated.

What is this monument? What does it represent?

What was the significance of the Convention of 1836? The delegates were debating the issue of statehood and annexation. The delegates of the convention adopted a gov’t that would be in place until the following election year, wrote the Declaration of Independence, and drafted the Republic’s Constitution. The convention was meant to establish a permanent gov’t but ran out of time. Sam Houston had to convince the delegates to stay and work on the gov’t rather than abandoning the task to aid in the conflict.

Which region did most of the Texas Revolution take place in?

Which individual wanted to destroy the Alamo? William B. Travis James Bowie Stephen F. Austin Sam Houston

What was the significance of the Convention of 1836? The delegates were debating the issues of statehood and annexation. The delegates of the convention adopted a government that would be in place until the election, wrote the Declaration of Independence, and drafted a Constitution. The convention created a permanent government. Sam Houston had to convince people to stay and work on the new government.

Sequence of Events Use your team board to list the events below in correct sequence. Texas Declares Independence Treaties of Velasco Battle of Coleto Runaway Scrape and Battle of San Jacinto Massacre at Goliad

Pick a Leader Problem Solver Assertiveness Creativity Communicator Decisiveness Dedication Courage Fairness Integrity