Texas Revolution

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What were the Mexican government’s two main goals for settlement in Texas?

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to raise funds and to gain control of American Indian lands

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In 1833, what city did Texas representatives meet in?

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San Felipe de Austin

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On his return journey home, what happened to Stephen Austin?

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He was arrested for treason and sent back to Mexico City.

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What event started the war between Texas and Mexico?

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Mexican officials removed a cannon from the city of Gonzales.

Front

What famous phrase did Texans shout in the first battle of the revolution?

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"Come and take it!"

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What were the goals of the 59 delegates who met at Washington-on-the-Brazos?

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to create a formal Declaration of Independence and draft a Constitution.

Front

Sam Houston was appointed as the leader of which army?

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the Texian Army

Front

What famous mission played a part in the battle in San Antonio?

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the Alamo

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What became the battle cry of the Texas Revolution?

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"Remember the Alamo!"

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What was the Runaway Scrape?

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a mass retreat toward Galveston Island and Louisiana to escape Santa Anna