Exploros | Conflict Between Texas and the Mexican Government

Conflict Between Texas and the Mexican Government

Students brainstorm different ways to solve conflicts. Then they learn about slavery and tariffs as sources of conflict between the Mexican government and the Anglo colonies, and they compare and contrast these groups’ cultural views. Next they identify two cause-and-effect developments in the relations between the Mexican government and Texas. Finally they examine the Anglo colonists’ demands from the Mexican government, and they write a letter demanding Austin’s release from arrest.

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Overview

In this experience, students brainstorm different ways to solve conflicts. Then they learn about slavery and tariffs as sources of conflict between the Mexican government and the Anglo colonies, and they compare and contrast these groups’ cultural views. Next they identify two cause-and-effect developments in the relations between the Mexican government and Texas. Finally they examine the Anglo colonists’ demands from the Mexican government, and they write a letter demanding Austin’s release from arrest.

Estimated duration: 40-50 minutes

Vocabulary words:

import
free enterprise
peasant
seized
loyal

Objectives

Describe the relationship between Mexico and the United States in the 1820s.
Compare and contrast Anglo and Mexican views on government and slavery.
Determine whether settlers in Texas thought of themselves as part of Mexico.

Engage

During the early years of Anglo colonization, the settlers were satisfied Mexican citizens. However, within a short time, the list of things that made Texans unhappy with the Mexican government began to grow. In this lesson, you will learn about the conflict between the Texas Anglo colonies and the Mexican government.

Objectives

Describe the relationship between Mexico and the United States in the 1820s.
Compare and contrast Anglo and Mexican views on government and slavery.
Determine whether settlers in Texas thought of themselves as part of Mexico.

road sign showing fork, one dead-end direction labeled “conflict” and the other direction labeled “solution”

A conflict is a long, serious disagreement or argument. A conflict may be personal, between family members, friends, or co-workers. It may be based on race, economic background, or political views. Often, a conflict is international between countries.

A short argument over whose turn it is to mow the lawn is not a conflict. A rivalry between schools for the sports championship is not a conflict. The United States war on terrorism is an international conflict.

In a word or short phrase, say how a conflict may be solved.

Post your answer

If the question is difficult for students, discuss possibilities with them before they post. Sample answers include war (force), negotiation (talks), compromise (both sides give something up), and intervention (outside help). Accept humorous answers such as a flip of the coin.

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