Chapter 8 (Lesson 1, 2, 3)

Front

Why had only three settlements been established in Spanish Texas by 1820?

Back

Native Americans owned the land.

Front

Why did Moses Austin travel to San Antonio in 1820?

Back

To present his plan for bringing 300 Anglo-American families to Texas

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Why did Stephen Austin request additional lands along the coast?

Back

It would be easier to transport settlers and supplies to Austin’s colony.

Front

Why was the first voyage of the Lively to transport colonists to Texas a failure?

Back

The ship was blown off course and most of the colonists never met up with Austin.

Front

While Stephen Austin stayed in Mexico City, what actions did he take to help him obtain a contract from Mexico for his colony?

Back

He learned Spanish and gained an understanding of Mexican culture.

Front

Why did Stephen Austin attempt to find settlers of greater education and wealth?

Back

He thought they might prove to be more dependable.

Front

Which group made up most of the settlers in Stephen Austin’s first colony? Options: freed slaves, ranchers, bankers, farmers

Back

farmers

Front

Who among the Old Three Hundred helped found Rutersville College, the first college in Texas?

Back

John and Mary Crownover Rabb

Front

How did the 1829 law banning slavery affect Texas?

Back

The law was not enforced in Texas.

Front

Into what three departments was Texas organized?

Back

Béxar, Brazos, and Nacogdoches