Battles and Treaties
What was the battle that gave us victory?
Battle of San Jacinto
Who is Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna?
He is the Mexican General who went against the Texas rebellion and lost.
What is the definition of a Petition?
A formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular case.
What happened in the Fredonian Rebellion?
It was Texas's first attempt to part ways with Mexico.
What is the definition of customs duties?
They are another word for taxes/tariffs on outside goods.
What is the iconic phrase that came from the Battle of Gonzales?
Come and take it
What battle did William B Travis fight in?
He fought in the Battle of the Alamo.
What is the definition of Reforms?
To make changes to improve it. (typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice.)
What was the Mier y Teran Report?
It was a Mexican government assessment of the growing American population in Texas, which concluded that the settlers were becoming a threat to Mexican control. Also, that settlers weren't being Mexican enough.
What is the Constitution of 1824?
It established the United Mexican States as a representative federal republic.
How many people fought in the Battle of the Alamo for Texas?
189 fought for Texas.
What did James Bowie do in Texas?
He served on the staff of Stephen F. Austin. He also fought in the Battle of the Alamo.
What is the definition of Delegates?
A person is sent to authorize others, particularly an elected representative, to attend a conference.
When was Stephen F. Austin arrested?
Stephen F. Austin was arrested by Mexican authorities in January 1834.
Why was Stephen F. Austin arrested?
He was arrested for treason. He sent in a letter that contained wrong information.
Who was the main leader of the Texans in the Goliad Massacre?
Colonel James W. Fannin
What did Sam Houston do in the Texas Revolution?
He led the army that defeated Mexican General Santa Anna at San Jacinto.
What is the definition of Calvary?
Also known as Golgotha, the biblical site outside Jerusalem where Jueses was crucified.
What happened at the Constitutional Convention of 1836?
It is here officially declared Texas's independence from Mexico. Then they drafted the Constitution of the Republic of Texas, established an interim government, and appointed Sam Houston commander of the army. Any one of these answers is fine.
What were the 4 parts of the Law of April 6th?
The first part was banning further American immigration. The part was suspending most empresario contracts, and prohibiting the importation of slaves. The third part was increasing customs duties, also known as tariffs. Lastly, the fourth part establishes military forts to enforce compliance in Texas. (Any order is fine)
When was the Treaty of Velasco written?
May 14, 1836
Who is George Childress generally accepted as?
He is accepted as the author of the Texas Declaration of Independence.
What is the definition of Infantry?
Soldiers marching or fighting on foot; foot soldiers collectively.
What were the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?
The Turtle Bayou Resolutions were a 1832 document where Texas colonists declared loyalty to Mexico's Federalist Constitution of 1824 and supported General Santa Anna against Mexico's Centralist government.
How old was James Fannin when he died?
He was 32 years old.