Question

the majority of tejanos who fought for an independent texas against mexico were residents of which of the following communities?

o san antonio
o refugio
o nacogdoches
o victoria

question 21
5 pts
which of the following statement(s) best describe(s) the tejano soldiers who served in the texas revolution against mexico?

o the majority were from victoria
o most had been born in new mexico.
o the majority were in their 40s.
o the majority were married.

Explanation:

Step 1: Analyze the first question

The first question asks: "The majority of Tejanos who fought for an independent Texas against Mexico were residents of which of the following communities?"

• San Antonio (specifically San Antonio de Béxar) was the largest and most prominent Tejano settlement during this era. The vast majority of Tejano soldiers who participated in the Texas Revolution, such as those serving under Juan Seguín, were recruited from or resided in the San Antonio area.
• Therefore, San Antonio is the correct choice for the first question.

Step 2: Analyze the second question (Question 21)

The second question asks: "Which of the following statement(s) best describe(s) the Tejano soldiers who served in the Texas Revolution against Mexico?"

• The majority were from Victoria: While some Tejanos came from Victoria, the majority were from the San Antonio (Béxar) region.
• Most had been born in New Mexico: This is incorrect; they were native to Texas (Tejanos).
• The majority were in their 40s: Historical demographic data shows that most active combatants and recruits were younger men, typically in their 20s and 30s.
• The majority were married: Demographic records of the Tejano volunteers (such as those in Juan Seguín's cavalry company) indicate that a significant majority of these men were married heads of households with families in Texas, which deeply motivated their defense of their homes and lands.

Answer:

• First Question: San Antonio
• Question 21: The majority were married.