Vcab

Question 1

Revolution

Answer 1

movement, often violent, to overthrow an old regime and effect. complete change in the fundamental institutions of society

Question 2

Grievance

Answer 2

an official statement of a complaint over something believed to be wrong or unfair

Question 3

Treason

Answer 3

the crime of murdering someone to whom the murderer owed allegiance, such as a master or husband

Question 4

Siege

Answer 4

a military operation in which enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies, with the aim of compelling the surrender of those inside

Question 5

Treaty

Answer 5

a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries

Question 6

Custom Duties

Answer 6

A tariff

Question 7

Delegates

Answer 7

a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference

Question 8

Texians

Answer 8

DescriptionTexians were residents of Mexican Texas and, later, the Republic of Texas

Question 9

Dictator

Answer 9

government by a dictator

Question 10

The Alamo

Answer 10

Spanish missionary in San Antonio

Question 11

Cavalry

Answer 11

Soldiers who fought on horses

Question 12

Ad Interim

Answer 12

A diplomatic officer who acts in place of an ambassador is called chargé d’affaires ad interim