Texas Statehood and Early Republic Review

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What role did Santa Anna play during the Texas Revolution?

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president and military leader of Mexico

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How did the Battle of Gonzales contribute to the success of the Texas Revolution?

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It proved to Texans that the Mexican army could be defeated and independence achieved.

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Which problem or issue did Sam Houston focus on during his term in the New Republic of Texas? Options: Building new capital, Decrease debt, Disbanded the army, Focused on pushing the American Indians further west.

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Decrease debt

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During the term of Sam Houston, he tried to ______ Texas for statehood.

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Prepare

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Which section of the United States Territorial Acquisitions map includes what is now California?

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III

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The primary function of the Texas Rangers for the Republic of Texas was to ____.

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protect Texans from American Indian tribes

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Which event MOST likely influenced the voting pattern on the map showing votes for or against the 1845 annexation of Texas?

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the expansion of slavery

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Fill in the blank: Texas gained its independence from Mexico in 1836. During this time, the United States annexed Texas. Following the annexation of Texas, U.S. and Mexican officials disagreed on the location of the southern border. The Americans believed the border was the Rio Grande while Mexican officials believed the Nueces River was the border. _______ from both countries attempted to negotiate a solution, but were unsuccessful.

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Diplomats

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Which of the following accurately describes the geographic pattern illustrated on the map above?
Options:
Both armies had to cross expansive mountain ranges to meet on the battlefield.
With each battle, the Mexican troops were farther away from the Mexican capital.
Mexican soldiers traveled the entire distance of the Rio Grande River to each battle.
Both armies were challenged to get supplies because they were so far away from ports.

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With each battle, the Mexican troops were farther away from the Mexican capital.