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who lead the regular army?
Lieutenant Colonel William B. Travis
100
what is region?
a specific area, land, or space defined by shared characteristics, which can be physical (climate, landforms), cultural (language, history), political (government), or even bodily
100
what is environment?
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
100
how long was the battle of the Alamo?
90 mins (1hr 30 mins)
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why did Texas yell "Remember the Alamo" if they lost?
because the heroic, albeit doomed, defense of the mission became a powerful symbol of sacrifice and resistance against Mexican General Santa Anna, turning a devastating defeat into a rallying cry that fueled their determination
200
who were the leaders of the Battle of Alamo?
The primary leaders at the Battle of the Alamo were Mexican General Antonio López de Santa Anna commanding the attacking forces, and Texan defenders led by William B. Travis, James "Jim" Bowie, and the famous frontiersman Davy Crockett
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what is interaction?
the reciprocal influence and connections between people and their environment, or between different places.
200
what is geography?
the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and of human activity as it affects and is affected by these, including the distribution of populations and resources, land use, and industries.
200
why was Spain not interested in Texas until France started looking around?
because of their focus was on richer lands in Mexico and Peru, and early expeditions found no gold, but French interest—especially La Salle's settlement (1680s) and later trade incursions (1700s)
200
what is the Old three hundred?
The "Old 300" refers to the first 300 families that Stephen F. Austin successfully brought from the United States to settle in Mexican Texas in the 1820s, receiving free land grants in exchange for becoming Mexican citizens and agreeing to farm or ranch
300
what were Jim bowie and Davey Crockett remembered for?
Jim Bowie and Davy Crockett are remembered as American folk heroes who died defending the Alamo, symbolizing frontier bravery and the fight for Texas independence, though Bowie is famous for his large knife (the Bowie knife) and Crockett for his hunting prowess, political career, and folksy persona, both becoming legends through their heroic last stand
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what is movement?
an act of changing physical location or position or of having this changed.
300
what is human environment
the physical, social, and cultural contexts in which humans live and interact
300
What is the law of April 6,1830?
a pivotal Mexican decree to curb U.S. immigration to Texas, ban slavery's expansion, and assert greater federal control,
300
what is The Committees of Correspondence?
The Committees of Correspondence were a crucial intercolonial communication network, starting in the 1760s and expanding in the early 1770s
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what was the capital of Austin's colony?
The capital of Austin's colony was San Felipe de Austin. Founded by Stephen F. Austin in 1823, it served as the social, economic, and political center for his colony in Mexican Texas. The town was situated on the west bank of the Brazos River and was chosen for its central location
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what is Cultural diffusion?
the spread of cultural elements—like ideas, styles, religions, technologies, and languages—from one society or group to another, happening through trade, migration, media, and conquest, making cultures interconnected and dynamic by adopting traits from others
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what is absolute location, relative location and location?
Location is the general concept of where something is; absolute location gives its precise, unchanging coordinates (like latitude/longitude or a specific address), while relative location describes it by its relationship to other places or landmarks
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why did Texas not except Santa Anna in the winter?
Texans were caught off guard by his aggressive winter invasion, believing traditional military wisdom suggested campaigns wouldn't happen, but Santa Anna, seeking swift victory and revenge, marched his army through harsh conditions, leading to the surprise attack on the Alamo in February 1836 and shocking Texans into a desperate defense
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look and study the map (same thing on the back)
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who is La Salle?
La Salle, or René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, was a famous 17th-century French explorer known for his extensive explorations of North America
500
what is a fedrelist?
A Federalist is someone who supports a federal system of government, where power is divided between a strong central authority and regional/state governments
500
what is place ?
a specific location or area
500
why was Texas divided?
because there was no government.
500
what is an adobe?
a traditional sun-dried brick made from earth, water, and straw, used for building