Unit 5 Test Review: Texas Revolution Era

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Which event took place during the Revolutionary Era in Texas history? Options: Siege of the Alamo, Election of Sam Houston, Council House fight, Settlement of Nacogdoches

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Siege of the Alamo

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How did the battle of Gonzales contribute to the success of the Texas Revolution?

Back

It showed that the Texans were willing to fight for independence.

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The main purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830 was to....

Back

Stop immigration from the United States

Front

Which Texas leader surrendered and was executed defending Goliad at the Battle of Coleto Creek?

Back

James Fannin

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Who was George Childress?

Back

He was the Primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence from Mexico

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What was considered the last major battle before the Treaties of Velasco which ended the Texas Revolution?

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Battle of San Jacinto

Front

William B. Travis sent out a letter from the Alamo to the people of Texas. Why do you think he was sending this letter?

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To ask for reinforcements and that they were willing to die fighting

Front

When the Republic of Texas was established, what were citizens granted? Voting rights for men and women, freedom of religion, Plots of land to establish homesteads, ended slavery in the state

Back

freedom of religion

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In March of 1836, delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos intending to do what?

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Establish an independent Government

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Where were most of the battles fought in the Texas Revolution? (Think about where more people and missions probably were)

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Coastal Plains