How did the War Party’s position on independence differ from that of the Peace Party?

The War Party wanted immediate independence from Mexico.

The War Party wanted to end Santa Anna’s military dictatorship.

The Peace Party wanted to dissolve the Constitution of 1824.

The War Party favored a more moderate approach to independence.

How did the War Party’s position on independence differ from that of the Peace Party?

The War Party wanted immediate independence from Mexico.

The War Party wanted to end Santa Anna’s military dictatorship.

The Peace Party wanted to dissolve the Constitution of 1824.

The War Party favored a more moderate approach to independence.

Which of the following was a principle adopted in the “Declaration of the People of Texas in General Convention Assembled”?

They were loyal to Mexico and supported the Constitution of 1824.

They were still bound by the union of Texas with Mexico.

They wanted the Mexican Constitution of 1824 to be rewritten.

They blamed Ugartechea for their troubles and fought only to defeat him.

What role did Stephen Austin play in the Provisional Texas government?

Chief Justice of the Provisional Texas government

led a company of Tejanos laying siege to Mexican forces garrisoned at San Antonio de Béxar

believed a major victory was vital to independence

free African American guide for Milam’s column

obtained a promise from the Cherokees not to attack Texans during the Texas Revolution

appointed to lead a campaign to take Matamoros

After the siege of Béxar, what did most Tejanos in San Antonio do?

Most Tejanos remained neutral during the conflict.

Most Tejanos opposed the Texian cause.

Most Tejanos supported the Texian cause.

Most Tejanos fled to Mexico after the siege.

What increased the tension between the War Party and the Peace Party?

Plans for an expedition to Matamoros

Advocacy for environmental policies

Support for increased domestic spending

Why did Edward Burleson replace Austin as Commander of the Army of the People?

Austin traveled to the United States to seek money and supplies.

Burleson was elected by the people to lead the army.

Austin was promoted to a higher position, leaving Burleson in charge.

Burleson was the only candidate available to lead the army.

What did Cós promise in his surrender agreement?

Cós promised unconditional surrender and safety for his troops and the local population.

Cós promised to continue fighting until victory.

Cós promised to disband his troops and leave the area.

Cós promised to negotiate a peace treaty with the enemy.

Why were the Mexican forces defeated at San Antonio?

The Mexican forces were defeated due to poor training to fight in the streets of San Antonio

The Mexican forces were outnumbered by the Texians.

The Mexican forces ran out of supplies during the battle.

The Texians used advanced weaponry that the Mexicans could not match.

How are the Texas and the U.S. Declarations of Independence similar?

They begin with a justification of the colonists’ actions.

They begin with a detailed Bill of Rights.

They begin with an outline of the three branches of government.

They begin with a statement about the separation of church and state.

What practice in Spanish and Mexican law courts was reflected in the Texas Constitution of 1836?

Both husbands and wives could own community property.

Extensive power was given to the president.

Three branches of government were established.

Enslaved people could own community property.

Which of the following statements about the delegates that attended the Convention of 1836 is accurate?

The delegates were mostly non natives of Texas

The delegates were local farmers discussing agricultural policies.

The delegates were mostly Mexican officials supporting the government.

The delegates were primarily foreign diplomats negotiating treaties.

What issue did most delegates agree on at the Convention of 1836?

The need for independence from Mexico.

The need for a stronger central government.

The importance of maintaining the status quo.

The desire for closer ties with Mexico.

Why did the Convention of 1836 delegates form an ad interim government?

To establish a temporary governing body during the fight for independence from Mexico.

To establish a military dictatorship in Texas.

To negotiate peace with Mexico immediately.

To create a permanent constitution for Texas.