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History Alive – 15.4- Texas
Why did Americans believe that Texas was valuable?
I.
Americans Come to Texas
A. In 1821 __________________ was allowed to start his colony in Texas
provided the settlers became Mexican Citizens and joined the Catholic
Church.
B. By 1827, there were 297 families, soon to be known as the
“_______________________” in Texas
C. Would there be any destination you would want your family to
permanently move? Why?
II.
Rising Tensions
A. By 1830 the population of Americans swelled to _________ in Texas
B. There were only 4000 ____________________, or Texans of Mexican
descent
C. American Complaints
Tejanos Complaints
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D. How did the Mexican government respond?
E. Do you feel the Americans were justified to complain? Explain
III.
Texans Rebel
A. Many in Texas like ______________, a young lawyer, called for
revolution.
B. Stephen Austin wanted Texas to be an independent Mexican state.
_____________ , the power hungry dictator, put him in jail.
C. In 1835 Texans revolted. Santa Anna sent ________ troops to Texas.
IV.
The Alamo
A. The Alamo is located in _________________, Texas.
B. It was defended by approximately _______- Texan volunteers, including 8
Tejanos.
C. Who were some of the famous defenders?
D. The raising of the Black Flag meant by Santa Anna _________________________________________________________
E. What was the fate of those defending the Alamo?
F. What principles would you consider standing up for in life despite the
possible consequences?
V.
Victory at San Jacinto/ Lone Star Republic
A. Describe the strategy of Sam Houston
B. Near the ______________ River the Texans advanced quietly
C. Soldiers were screaming-“__________________”
D. In September 1836 Texas raised a flag with a single Star- adopting the
nickname- __________________
VI.
Annex Texas
A. Texas remained independent for ___ years.
B. In 1845 Texas was annexed as the _____ state.