The Republic of Texas Video questions Part 1

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What happened to Sam Houston after the battle of San Jacinto?

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He was taken to New Orleans because he was wounded.

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What did Santa Anna agree to do after he was captured at San Jacinto?

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Recognize Texas as an Independent Nation

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Who was elected President of the Republic in the election of 1836?

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Sam Houston

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Which was not a problem that faced the Republic of Texas? Options: Little money, fear of Indian Attack, Threat of invasion by Mexico, Their president walked with a limp.

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Their president walked with a limp.

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What town did the Allen brothers found (start)? Options: Houston, San Antonio, Goliad, Velasco

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Houston

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What did the members of the Congress NOT complain about in the new capital city? Heat, Swampy location, Mosquitos, easy access to San Antonio

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easy access to San Antonio

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How did Houston show that the government of Texas would represent all of the people in the Republic?

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He appointed his political opponents to government positions.

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What was the main way the Republic of Texas had to raise money? Options: Raise Taxes, Give/sell land to new settlers, Create the general land office, Sell the Teas Navy to pirates

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Give/sell land to new settlers

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What was Houston's policy toward Indians and Mexico?

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Use the Texas Rangers as peacekeepers