Republic of Texas 2023

What were TWO reasons that Texans pushed for annexation by the U.S.?

• The United States Constitution guaranteed the protection of slavery.

• Texans were nervous that Mexico may decide to re-conquer the territory.

• The United States offered to pay the debts of the Republic of Texas.

• Texas was deeply in debt, had a weak economy, problems with the Native Americans, and a small military.

What was the consequence of the Council House Fight on the Comanche tribe?

• A. The Comanche tribe formed an alliance with the Mexican troops.

• B. The Comanche tribe was forced to leave their homeland.

• C. The Comanche tribe agreed to peace terms with the Republic.

• D. The Comanche tribe was decimated by the Texas troops.

What were two major concerns for the U.S. regarding the annexation of Texas?

• A. The potential for war with Kansas

• B. The possibility of a war with Mexico.

• C. The fear of increasing the number of slave states.

• D. The concern about the economic impact on the U.S.

Which location on the map became the new capital of Texas during Houston's presidency?

• A

• B

• C

• D

What was the main reason for the United States' annexation of Texas?

• A. The U.S. wanted to increase its territory.

• B. The U.S. was worried that Spain would take back Texas.

• C. The U.S. wanted to include another slave state.

• D. The U.S. was concerned that Texas would extend its territory, restricting U.S. expansion.

Who among the following individuals can be correctly inserted in this sequence?

• A. Jack Coffee Hays

• B. Stephen F. Austin

• C. Mirabeau B. Lamar

• D. Anson Jones

What impact did European immigrants have on Texas?

• A. They were the minority population in the Republic

• B. They introduced new traditions and festivities

• C. They held positions in the Congress

• D. They attempted to reunite Texas with Mexico

Identify the section of the passage that illustrates how the concept of popular sovereignty was applied by Texans.

• Textbox A

• Textbox B

• Textbox C

• Textbox D

Who is known for preserving Texas history through their daily writings?

• William Goyens

• Mary Maverick

• Jack Coffee Hays

• Susanna Dickinson

Which pair of names correctly identifies Person A and Person B in the provided chart?

• Person A: Sam Houston Person B: Anson Jones

• Person A: Mirabeau B. Lamar Person B: Sam Houston

• Person A: Stephen F. Austin Person B: Anson Jones

• Person A: Anson Jones Person B: Mirabeau B. Lamar