Texas History Quiz

What was the outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• A decisive victory for the Mexican army

• A stalemate with no clear winner

• A decisive victory for the Texan army

• The capture of Santa Anna by the Mexican army

Who was the first President of the Republic of Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• Anson Jones

What was the primary goal of Spanish colonization in Texas?

• To establish trade routes with Native Americans

• To spread Christianity and expand Spanish territory

• To find gold and other precious metals

• To create alliances with other European powers

In what year did Texas officially become a state of the United States?

• 1836

• 1845

• 1861

• 1870

Which Spanish mission is known as the 'Alamo'?

• Mission San José

• Mission Concepción

• Mission San Antonio de Valero

• Mission Espada

What was the primary economic activity in Texas during the Republic of Texas era?

• Oil drilling

• Cotton farming

• Gold mining

• Cattle ranching

What was an effect of the Civil war in Texas?

• Supply of money increased

• Supply of cattle increased

• Texas began to sell food crops

• There were no effects on Texas

What was a major reason for the annexation of Texas by the United States?

• To expand the cotton industry

• To prevent European powers from gaining influence

• To establish a buffer zone against Mexico

• To gain access to Texas oil reserves

What was the main purpose of the Spanish missions in Texas?

• To serve as military outposts

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity

• To establish trade with other European nations

• To explore new territories

What were Spanish soldiers and explorers called?

• spices
• Portugal
• Vikings
• conquistadors