December Interim review

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During which era did Stephen F. Austin complete his journey to Texas with 300 American families?

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Mexican National

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Based on the excerpt, how did Mexico attempt to peacefully maintain control of Texas? Options: Mexico fought and defeated the Spanish Army. Mexican officials established a new constitution. Mexican officials encouraged new settlement in Texas. Mexican officials sent an army to Texas to stop rebellions.

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Mexican officials encouraged new settlement in Texas.

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Using the text, which statement provides evidence that Mexican officials encouraged new settlement in Texas?

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The Mexican government began working with empresarios to bring in settlers to develop Texas.

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Why was Travis writing this letter during the siege of the Alamo?

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to encourage others to help join the fight against Mexico

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In which year did 59 delegates sign and approve the Texas Declaration of Independence?

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1836

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Why was the siege at the Alamo one of the most significant events of the Texas Revolution?

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The Battle of the Alamo became a symbol of the independence movement and inspired soldiers in later battles.

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Based on the excerpt, what is the main reason Texas founding fathers decided to break away from the Mexican government? Options: The Mexican government was too strict on Texian settlers., The Mexican government ignored the needs of Texian settlers., Texians were capable of self-reliance., Texians did not get along with the Mexican government.

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The Mexican government ignored the needs of Texian settlers.

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Which statement BEST provides evidence for that the Mexican government ignored the needs of Texian settlers? Options: “These, and other grievances, were patiently borne by the people of Texas…” “We then took up arms in defence of the national constitution.” “We appealed to our Mexican brethren for assistance. Our appeal has been made in vain.” “… they are unfit to be free, and incapable of self government.”

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… they are unfit to be free, and incapable of self government.