Texas History Semester Retest

Front

Who did Houston bring in to help control the number of Native American raids and protect the settlers?

Back

Texas Rangers

Front

Texas was annexed by the United States in which year?

Back

1845

Front

What was Santa Anna's role during the Texas Revolution?

Back

President and military leader of Mexico

Front

Why did Sam Houston say these words BEFORE the Battle of San Jacinto?

Back

He wanted Texas troops to fight courageously even though they might lose.

Front

Who was the author of the statement "I am besieged by a thousand or more of the Mexicans"?

Back

William B. Travis

Front

What was the significance of the Battle of Gonzales?

Back

It is considered the beginning of the fight for Texas independence.

Front

After obtaining freedom from Mexico, Texans chose a form of government for their independent nation that insured them political freedom. Which form of government was chosen?

Back

Republic

Front

During Anson Jones' presidency, which occurred?

Back

Texas was annexed into the United States

Front

Which Republic of Texas president raised taxes, cut salaries, and cut the army in order to save money?

Back

Sam Houston

Front

Which issue concerning Texas worried the President of the United States before annexation?

Back

Slavery