Texas Revolution

How did William B. Travis and James Bowie act similarly to contribute to the independence of Texas?

• Both served as leaders of the Alamo during the attack by Santa Anna.

• Both authored major portions of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

• Both gained support from American Indian groups for fighting Mexican forces.

• Both commanded regiments with General Houston at the Battle of San Jacinto.

The Victory or Death letter was intended to --

• notify Santa Anna that the men at the Alamo intended to fight

• warn Sam Houston to flee from Santa Anna's approaching army

• advise the citizens of Gonzales to take their cannon and evacuate

• inform other Texans that reinforcements were needed at the Alamo

Definition of Independence

• eaders who takes total control

• a formal agreement between countries

• being free to control oneself

This old mission was used as a fort and was the sight of one of the most important battles of the war.

• San Jose

• Austin, Texas

• San Jacinto

• The Alamo

During Texas' fight for independence, Sam Houston and his troops retreated to avoid battle with the Mexican military. Why did he continuously withdraw his troops?

• to give his troops time to train

• he did not believe in the fight against Mexico

• he was not getting paid enough money

• he was trying to make a peace treaty with Mexican authorities

How would you describe the sequence of the battle of San Jacinto?

• Santa Anna escaped and let his forces to defeat Sam Houston.

• Riot broke out and the disagreement lent a hand in the demise of San Jacinto

• Sam Houston surprised an attack on the Mexican Gen. Santa Anna along the San Jacinto River. Due to the surprise attack, victory was Houston’s.

• A treaty was signed in Mexico. Sam Houston disagreed that it was what was best for the Mexican people. He led his men into battle, but fell to his death by Santa Anna’s sword.

Definition of Dictator

• leaders who takes total control

• a formal agreement between countries

• being free to control oneself

The MOST SIGNIFICANT outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto was...

• Texas winning it's independence from Mexico

• the capture of Santa Anna

• Sam Houston proving to other Texas fighters that he is always right

• Sam Houston avenging the Alamo and Goliad

How did the defense of the Alamo contribute to Texas’ independence from Mexico?

• The siege motivated civilians of Bexar to force Santa Anna east towards Texas forces

• The attack reduced the strength of Mexican forces to equal General Houston’s numbers.

• The location of the fort lured Mexican forces away from the wealthy ports along the Texas coast.

• The courage of the defenders led many Texans to join General Houston and resist Mexican forces.

What direction did Santa Anna's army move while chasing Sam Houston's army?

• North

• East

• South

• West