Question

what event in 1835 marked the first conflict of the texas revolution?
a) the battle of san antonio
b) the battle of gonzales
c) the battle of goliad
d) the siege of san antonio

2.) what was the primary reason for the texans involvement in the battle of gonzales?
a) to establish an independent texas government
b) to protect their cannon and uphold the mexican constitution of 1824
c) to seize control of san antonio
d) to negotiate a peace treaty with mexican president santa anna

before the battles began, settlers had met in a consultation to discuss the actions of santa anna

Explanation:

1. The Battle of Gonzales is widely recognized as the first conflict of the Texas Revolution.
2. The Texans were involved in the Battle of Gonzales mainly to protect their cannon and uphold the Mexican Constitution of 1824.

Answer:

1. B. The Battle of Gonzales
2. B. To protect their cannon and uphold the Mexican Constitution of 1824