The Texas War of Independence

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In what year did Moses Austin ask the Spanish government in Mexico for permission to settle in Texas?

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1820

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Who took over the project of settling Texas after Moses Austin died?

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Stephen F. Austin

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In what year did Mexico gain independence from Spain?

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1821

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The events that led to the first battle of the Texas Revolution include: The signing of the Treaty of Velasco, The Battle of San Jacinto, The Siege of Bexar, The Battle of Gonzales

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The Battle of Gonzales

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The purpose of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution was to serve as a:

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military fortification

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The Texans adopted what that protected the free practice of slavery?

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The Texas Constitution

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In the early morning of March 6, who ordered his troops to storm the Alamo?

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Santa Anna

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The outcome of the battle at the Alamo was:

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A victory for the Mexican forces

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Who was the leader of the Texan army that surprised Santa Anna’s army at San Jacinto?

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Sam Houston

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The significance of Texas joining the Union as the 28th state was:

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It led to the Mexican-American War.