Texas History Flashcard Week #15

Front

During which years did Texas stand as an independent republic?

Back

1836-1845

Front

Who became president in 1844?

Back

Anson Jones

Front

What was the biggest concern over annexation in the U.S.?

Back

slavery

Front

When did Texas become a U.S. state?

Back

1845

Front

When was the phrase 'Manifest Destiny' coined?

Back

1845

Front

What did the sale of land help fund? Options: slavery, oil production, transportation, military spending

Back

transportation

Front

Where was Spanish-occupied territory in North America? Options: northwest, northeast, southeast, southwest

Back

southeast

Front

Why was Henderson sent to the United States?

Back

to request assistance

Front

What was Henderson's position immediately after the revolution?

Back

the secretary to President Sam Houston

Front

What was Henderson's position after statehood?

Back

governor