Unit 5 Test Review Unrest and Revolt in Texas

What was the reason for the Texas Revolution? To gain independence from Mexico

What did the Mier y Teran Report suggest? There should be no more trade between the United States and Mexico

How did the Law of April 6, 1830 hurt the economic development of colonies in Texas? By placing taxes on foreign goods coming into Texas

What was the main purpose of the Turtle Bayou Resolutions? to explain why Texas rebels attacked the troops at Anahuac

The siege of the Alamo took place during which era of Texas History? Revolutionary Era

What was the main reason for the Law of April 6, 1830? To stop U.S. immigration to Texas.

How did the Battle of Gonzales contribute to the success of the Texas Revolution? It proved to Texans that the Mexican army could be defeated and independence achieved.

What was the first battle of the Texas Revolution? Battle of Gonzales

Which Texan leader surrendered at Goliad? James Fannin

What was Santa Anna’s role during the Texas Revolution? President and military leader for Mexico

What grew tensions between Mexican officials and Texan colonists? The United States was encouraging a rebellion

Why is the Battle of San Jacinto so significant to Texans? It resulted in the surrender of Santa Anna, and Texas’ independence from Mexico.

What event lead to Texan colonists wanting to start a Revolution? Law of April 6, 1830

What was the reason for the Mexican army attacking the Alamo? To attempt to force Texans to obey Mexican laws

After many Texas leaders were defeated at the Alamo, who was left to lead Texas? Sam Houston

Describe Lorenzo de Zavala. helped write the Mexican Constitution. assisted in Texas' fight for independence. served as vice president during the Revolution

Why did Texan delegates meet at Washington on the Brazos, for the Convention of 1836? To create a government for the new Republic of Texas

What was the last major battle of the Texas Revolution? Battle of San Jacinto

Why did William B. Travis write a letter to the people of Texas, and all Americans in the world? inform other Texans that reinforcements were needed at the Alamo

What was George Childress’ role in the Texas Revolution? Writing the Texas Declaration of Independence

What encouraged growth in the Texan Army? Civilians were angered by the Goliad Massacre

What did Santa Anna’s surrender to Sam Houston signify? The ending of the Texas Revolution with a victory for Texas

At first Stephen F. Austin was against the idea of a Texas Revolution against Mexico. What changed his mind? His arrest

In what region were most of the battles of the Texas Revolution fought? Coastal Plains Region

Which event happened after the Goliad Massacre, and before the Treaties of Velasco? Battle of San Jacinto