Texan Revolution Quiz

When did Texas formally declare its independence from Mexico?

• March 6, 1836

• April 21, 1836

• February 23, 1836

• March 2, 1836

Which battle was a pivotal event in the Texan Revolution?

• Battle of the Alamo

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of Washington-on-the-Brazos

• Battle of San Antonio

Who led the Texan forces to victory at the Battle of San Jacinto?

• James Bowie

• Davy Crockett

• Sam Houston

• Antonio López de Santa Anna

When was the Republic of Texas established?

• April 21, 1836

• February 23, 1836

• March 2, 1836

• March 6, 1836

When did Texas become the 28th state of the United States?

• 1845

• 1836

• 1844

• 1846

What event exacerbated tensions between the United States and Mexico?

• Victory at San Jacinto

• Declaration of Independence

• Battle of the Alamo

• Annexation of Texas

Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

• James K. Polk

• John Tyler

• Sam Houston

• Antonio López de Santa Anna

What battle lasted only 18 minutes?

• Battle of Washington-on-the-Brazos

• Battle of San Antonio

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of the Alamo

What became a symbol of Texan independence?

• Remember the Alamo!

• Remember San Jacinto!

• Remember San Antonio!

• Remember Washington-on-the-Brazos!

Who captured General Antonio López de Santa Anna?

• James Bowie

• Davy Crockett

• Sam Houston

• John Tyler