Texas Statehood and Key Issues

The video explores the historical context of Texas becoming the 28th state of the United States. It covers key issues such as disputes with Mexico, slavery, and manifest destiny. The Mexican-American War and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo are discussed, along with the Compromise of 1850. The video highlights the political and territorial changes that occurred during this period, emphasizing the balance of power between slave and free states.

Which three issues were critical to Texas statehood?

• Disputes with Mexico, Slavery, Manifest Destiny

• Gold Rush, Industrialization, Immigration

• Railroad Expansion, Urbanization, Trade

• Religious Freedom, Education, Agriculture

What was a significant change in Texas after its annexation?

• It became a free state.

• Its shape changed slightly.

• It gained independence from Mexico.

• It became a part of Canada.

What was the main cause of the U.S.-Mexican War?

• Mexico wanted to reclaim California.

• Mexico attacked the U.S. first.

• The U.S. annexed Texas, leading to border disputes.

• The U.S. wanted to expand into Canada.

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

• Texas was divided into two states.

• Mexico retained control of Texas.

• The Rio Grande became the southern border of Texas.

• The U.S. returned land to Mexico.

Why was slavery a significant political issue during Texas statehood?

• It was supported by all states.

• It was a moral issue only.

• It affected the balance of power in Congress.

• It was not a significant issue.

What was the Missouri Compromise?

• A law to abolish slavery.

• A treaty with Mexico.

• A plan to balance slave and free states.

• An agreement to end the Civil War.

What was a key victory for the North in the Compromise of 1850?

• Texas was admitted as a free state.

• California was admitted as a free state.

• The Fugitive Slave Law was repealed.

• Slavery was abolished nationwide.

What did Texas give up in the Compromise of 1850?

• Its status as a slave state.

• Its claim to California.

• Its independence from the U.S.

• Its claim to the New Mexico territory for $10 million.

What was the main idea behind Manifest Destiny?

• The U.S. should form alliances with Europe.

• The U.S. should focus on industrialization.

• The U.S. should remain isolated.

• The U.S. should expand from coast to coast.

How did Manifest Destiny justify the annexation of Texas?

• It was a result of a peace treaty.

• It was a response to European threats.

• It was based on economic necessity.

• It claimed a divine right to expand.