The Alamo

When did the Battle of the Alamo take place?

• December 1835

• March 1836

• July 1836

• September 1835

Who was the commander of the Texan forces at the Alamo?

• Sam Houston

• Davy Crockett

• William B. Travis

• James Bowie

Which of the following figures did NOT die at the Battle of the Alamo?

• Jim Bowie

• Davy Crockett

• Sam Houston

• William B. Travis

How long did the Battle of the Alamo last?

• 13 days

• 7 days

• 16 days

• 20 days

What was the main reason the Texan defenders fought at the Alamo?

• To gain independence from Mexico

• To protect their families

• To gain more land

• To join the United States

Which Mexican general led the attack on the Alamo?

• General Santa Anna

• General Vicente Guerrero

• General José de Urrea

• General Manuel Mier y Terán

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

• The Texan defenders won

• The Mexican army retreated

• The Texan defenders were defeated

• The battle ended in a draw

Why is the Battle of the Alamo historically significant?

• It marked the end of conflicts between Texas and Mexico

• It was the largest battle in the Texas Revolution

• It inspired many to join the Texan cause for independence

• It resulted in Texas immediately gaining independence