Texas History Quiz

What was the primary purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830?

• To restrict Mexican settlement in Texas

• To end trade relations between Texas and Mexico

• To prevent Texas from declaring independence

• To halt immigration from the U.S. to Texas

What changed Stephen F. Austin’s evolving perspective on fighting for independence from Mexico?

• His arrest by Mexican authorities

• His involvement in the Mier y Terán report

• His role in the enactment of the Law of April 6, 1830

• His participation in the Fredonian Rebellion

Who is the famous Tejano Texan who was the messenger for William B. Travis's letter?

• Sam Houston

• José Antonio Navarro

• Juan Seguín

• Lorenzo de Zavala

According to the Turtle Bayou Resolutions, what was one outcome of the Texans’ declaration?

• They chose to align themselves with Santa Anna/Mexican Constitution

• They began preparing to combat Santa Anna

• They petitioned Santa Anna for independence

• They called for Santa Anna's resignation

How did the Battle of Gonzales impact the Texas Revolution?

• It showed that resistance against the Mexican army was futile.

• It proved the Texas army was well-armed and equipped.

• It demonstrated that the Mexican army could be defeated, inspiring independence.

• It encouraged U.S. support for Texas independence.

In March 1836, what was the purpose of the gathering at Washington-on-the-Brazos?

• To design the “Come and Take It” flag

• To formulate a defense plan for the Alamo

• To establish an independent government

• To negotiate peace with Mexico

Why do Texans commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto?

• It resulted in the loss at Goliad

• It led to Santa Anna's surrender

• It marked the death of William B. Travis

• It was a defeat for Sam Houston's forces

Why is Washington-on-the-Brazos a significant event in the Texas Revolution

• SFA declared Texas Independent

• Sam Houston became president

• Treaty of Guadalupe was signed her

• draft of the Texas Declaration of Independence

In which area did the majority of the battles of the Texas Revolution take place?

• North Central Plains

• Coastal Plains

• Great Plains

• Mountains and Basins

What role did George Childress have in the Texas Revolution?

• He served as Texas’s first governor.

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

• He contributed to drafting the Texas Constitution.

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