Question

Which best explains the role played by William V. Travis in the Texas Revolution?

A. He commanded the forces that defeated Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto
B. He commanded the forces that preferred death over surrender in defending the Alamo
C. He commanded the forces that surrendered at Goliad and were massacred by Mexican troops
D. He was the first Anglo-American settler to declare the independence of Texas from Mexico

Answer 1

Correct answer is B. He commanded the forces that preferred death over surrender in defending the Alamo .

Step-by-step explanation:

A is not correct as General Sam Houston was leading the forces that defeated Santa Anna in this battle.

B is correct as Travis died together with his man while defending Alamo.

C is not correct as general James Fannin was the one that was leading the Texan forces.

D is also not correct as this doesn't refer to Travis who was a soldier not a politician.