(Questions 19-34) Benchmark Test Corrections

During the Mexican war for independence, the Battle of Medina resulted in —

• victory for the Republican Army

• defeat of the Guiterrez-Magee expedition

How did physical geography affect the outcome of the Battle of Coleto?

• The rolling valleys acted as a barrier when Fannin and his men

  tried to escape the fighting.

• The open prairie allowed the Mexican army to surround

  Fannin and his men.

Which Texas leader surrendered and was executed along with his soldiers because of his defense of Goliad at the Battle of Coleto Creek?

• James Fannin

• William Travis

What made Stephen F. Austin change his mind about going to war against Mexico?

• His arrest by Mexican officials

• work to pass the Law of April 6, 1830

In March of 1836, delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos intending to —

• establish an independent government

• negotiate a peace settlement with Mexico

What role did George Childress play in the Texas Revolution?

• He was the primary author of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

• He was the first president of the independent Republic of Texas.

Which event took place during the Revolutionary Era in Texas history?

• Siege of the Alamo

• Election of Sam Houston

The Battle of San Jacinto is commemorated by Texans because it resulted in the —

• surrender of Santa Anna

• defeat of Sam Houston’s troops

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

• block Mexicans from settling in Texas

• stop immigration from the United States to Texas

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

• It motivated the United States to support the independence of Texas.

• It proved to Texans that the Mexican army could be defeated and independence achieved.