Battles
Reasons Why
Famous for the Alamo
Famous for the Republic of Texas
Independence's Impact
100
Which Battle best completes the diagram?
Battle of Coleto
Battle of Gonzalez
Battle of the Alamo
Battle of San Jacinto
Battle of San Jacinto
100
What causes led to the Texas Revolution? Select 3 that apply.
The people of Texas were angry about Stephen F. Austin’s arrest.
Santa Anna sent troops into Texas to try to control the rebellion.
Texas signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo with the United States.
Settlers and Texas soldiers defeated Mexican soldiers in Gonzales
The people of Texas were angry about Stephen F. Austin’s arrest.
Santa Anna sent troops into Texas to try to control the rebellion.
Settlers and Texas soldiers defeated Mexican soldiers in Gonzales
100
What did Davey Crockett do for the Battle of the Alamo?
Moved from Tennessee to Texas to help fight in the Battle of the Alamo
100
Sam Houston was known for…
being the last President of the Republic of Texas
being the first President of the Republic of Texas
Sam Houston: being the first President of the Republic of Texas
100
Describe TWO impacts of the Civil War and/or Reconstruction on Texas. You may use the word bank below to help you.
economy, loss, secession, 13th amendment, slavery, illegal, emancipation, Juneteenth, segregation, Union, women, roles, Constitution
One impact of the Civil War on Texas was that it cost a lot of money and hurt the economy.
One impact of the Civil War on Texas was that it made slavery illegal.
Another impact of the Civil War on Texas was that many women had to take on jobs and roles that men usually had, because the men were fighting in the war.
The Civil War had a major impact on the economy in Texas. It also led to the 13th amendment.
One impact of Reconstruction on Texas was that it helped to rebuild the economy and make life better.
200
How did the outcome of the U.S-Mexico War impact Texas?
The United States delayed Texas statehood.
Texas surrendered western lands to Mexico.
Oil production in East Texas rose significantly.
The Rio Grande was accepted as the official border.
The Rio Grande was accepted as the official border.
200
What was one reason Sam Houston wanted Texas to be added to the United States?
Texas needed the protection of the United States.
Texas would gain access to the Gulf of Mexico.
Texas could then break away from Mexico.
Texas would have more freedoms.
Texas needed the protection of the United States.
200
What did William B. Travis do for the Battle of the Alamo?
Military leader who wrote the “Victory or Death” letter
200
José Antonio Navarro was known for…
being one of three Mexicans to sign the Declaration of Independence
being a Vice President of the Republic of Texas
José Antonio Navarro: being one of three Mexicans to sign the Declaration of Independence
200
Why do Texans celebrate Texas Independence Day on March 2?
To remember the day in 1836 when the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed
300
How long did the battle of San Jacinto last and why?
The battle of San Jacinto lasted 18 minutes because the Texans did not wait for the Mexicans to rest and the Texans had the high ground on a hill in the area.
300
Military leader of the Mexican army who ordered Texans to surrender the Alamo
Santa Anna
300
What did James Bowie do for the Battle of the Alamo?
Military leader who commanded with William B. Travis until he became too sick
300
Mirabeau Lamar was known for…
being the “Father of Education” in Texas
Being the third president of the Republic of Texas
Mirabeau Lamar: being the “Father of Education” in Texas
300
What celebration recognizes the date when slavery ended in Texas?
Juneteenth
400
Who leads the Legislative Branch of the Texas Republic and what is a responsibility of the branch?
The legislative branch is led by Congress (Senate and House of Representatives), who pass new laws.
400
Sort:
Successes / Problems
Creating a Constitution and Bill of Rights
Economic struggles because of war debt
Native Americans attacking settlers
Successes
Creating a Constitution and Bill of Rights
Problems
Economic struggles because of war debt
Native Americans attacking settlers
400
Female survivor of the Battle of the Alamo
Susanna Dickinson
400
Anson Jones was known for…
Being the first president of the Republic of Texas
Being the last president of the Republic of Texas
Anson Jones: Being the last president of the Republic of Texas
400
What was the purpose of writing the Texas Constitution?
To outline the form of government for the Republic of Texas
500
Who leads the Judicial Branch of the Texas Republic and what is a responsibility of the branch?
The judicial branch is led by the Texas Supreme Court, who interprets laws to make sure they follow the Constitution.
500
Who leads the Executive Branch of the Texas Republic and what is a responsibility of the branch?
The executive branch is led by the governor, who makes sure that the laws are enforced.
500
How many Texan soldiers and Mexican soldiers fought in the Battle of the Alamo? How many of each died in battle?
1200 Mexican soldiers fought, about 600 died. About 900 Texan soldiers fought, 9 died.
500
What was the Runaway Scrape?
When people were leaving their homes in Texas as Mexican soldiers burned villages and people fled in attempts to reach the US both before and after the Mexican soldiers arrived.
500
Why did the city of Gonzales evacuate?
Santa Anna was coming and the survivors of the Alamo were not ready to fight.