Texans Declare Independence Quiz

What was the main goal of the delegates who met at Washington-on-the-Brazos in March 1836?

• To celebrate a victory

• To create a formal declaration of independence

• To trade goods

• To form a new army

Who inspired the Texas Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Locke

• Benjamin Franklin

When was the Texas Declaration of Independence signed?

• March 2, 1836

• July 4, 1776

• December 25, 1835

• January 1, 1836

What system did the Constitution of the Republic of Texas establish?

• A monarchy

• A system of checks and balances

• A dictatorship

• A single-party system

Who was selected as the president of the interim government of Texas?

• Sam Houston

• Lorenzo de Zavala

• David G. Burnet

• Stephen F. Austin

What role did Lorenzo de Zavala serve in the interim government?

• President

• Vice President

• Secretary

• Treasurer

Who was appointed as the leader of the Texian Army?

• David G. Burnet

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

• James Bowie

When do people celebrate Texas Independence Day?

• March 2nd

• July 4th

• December 25th

• January 1st

What was Sam Houston's profession before becoming a leader in Texas?

• Farmer

• Lawyer

• Soldier and politician

• Teacher

What did the Texas Declaration of Independence accuse the Mexican government of failing to protect?

• The environment

• The economy

• The lives, liberty, and property of the people

• The education system