Texas Revolution Key Events

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What was one of General Houston's key actions during his tactical retreat?

He fortified Gonzales with additional troops.

He captured Santa Anna.

He ordered the destruction of La Bahia. (correct)

He encouraged Texans to attack the Mexican army immediately.

Which strategic advantage did Houston aim to utilize during the conflict?

The use of rivers. (correct)

Allies from the Mexican army.

A naval blockade.

Increased artillery support.

What event caused widespread fear among the Texans leading to the 'Runaway Scrape'?

The defeat of Houston's forces at Goliad.

The arrival of Mexican reinforcements in Texas.

Reports of Santa Anna's cruel treatment of prisoners. (correct)

Santa Anna's offer for peace negotiations.

How did reports from other parts of the United States influence Texans during the revolution?

They fueled animosity towards the Mexican forces. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant tactical decision made by Houston regarding the town of Gonzales?

He burned it to prevent its use by Santa Anna's army. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Mier y Teran's suggestions to the Mexican government regarding Texas?

Send more troops to Texas Signup and view all the answers

Which action did the Law of April 6, 1830 implement?

Impose border taxes on Texas-Mexico trade Signup and view all the answers

What did the Turtle Bayou Resolutions claim regarding Bradburn's actions?

They violated the Constitution of 1824 Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Bradburn's actions in Liberty?

Resentment and retaliation from settlers Signup and view all the answers

What event triggered Texans to position a cannon at Anahuac?

Bradburn's arrest of local leaders Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for establishing a provisional government in Texas?

To seek help for the Revolution Signup and view all the answers

Which leader was put in charge of the regular army during the Texas Revolution?

Sam Houston Signup and view all the answers

What was Santa Anna's response to the Texan refusal to surrender at the Alamo?

He ordered a siege of the Alamo Signup and view all the answers

Which Texan leader took command of all troops during the siege at the Alamo?

William Travis Signup and view all the answers

How did the fall of the Alamo impact the Texas Revolution?

It galvanized Texans to fight harder for independence Signup and view all the answers

What did Travis respond with when Santa Anna demanded surrender?

A cannon shot Signup and view all the answers

What significant piece of information did Houston learn about the situation at the Alamo?

Survivors were executed by the Mexicans Signup and view all the answers

What was a major cause of the Texas government's collapse during the Revolution?

Internal conflict among the leaders Signup and view all the answers