4A week 15 Art 1 4/1 Independent Nation

Who were two key figures in helping the Republic of Texas get started?

• Sam Houston and Stephen Austin

• Anson Jones and Mirabeau Lamar

• Santa Anna and Anson Jones

• Mirabeau Lamar and Santa Anna

What was a major concern for the people of Texas after gaining independence?

• Lack of food

• Weak economy

• Not being strong enough to stand alone

• Poor weather conditions

During which years did Texas stand as an independent republic?

• 1830 to 1840

• 1836 to 1845

• 1840 to 1850

• 1825 to 1835

What financial issue did the Texas government face?

• Too much money

• No taxes

• Very little money

• High inflation

Who was the president of Texas that did not get along with American Indian tribes?

• Sam Houston

• Anson Jones

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Stephen Austin

What did the Mexican government refuse to recognize?

• The independence of the United States

• The Republic of Texas as an independent nation

• The leadership of Sam Houston

• The peace treaties with American Indians

Who led a group of soldiers into Texas in 1842?

• Anson Jones

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Santa Anna

• Stephen Austin

Which cities did the Mexican army control for a short time?

• Houston and Dallas

• San Antonio, Goliad, and Refugio

• Austin and El Paso

• Fort Worth and Galveston

Who was elected president of the Republic of Texas in 1844?

• Sam Houston

• Stephen Austin

• Anson Jones

• Mirabeau Lamar

What major question dominated Anson Jones's presidency?

• Should Texas expand its territory?

• Should the Republic of Texas become part of the United States?

• Should Texas form an alliance with Mexico?

• Should Texas change its capital city?