The Republic of Texas Note 1 Flashcard

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How many years did the Republic of Texas spend as an independent nation?

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9

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Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

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Sam Houston

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Which president of the Republic of Texas was not concerned about debt and increased spending?

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Mirabeau Lamar

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What approach did Sam Houston take to reduce expenses? Options: Increased taxes, Reduced the army, Built more infrastructure, Printed more money

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Reduced the army

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What did Houston use to protect settlements? Options: Texas Navy, Texas Rangers, Local militias, Foreign mercenaries

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Texas Rangers

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What was one of Lamar's actions regarding Native Americans? Options: Signed peace treaties, Removed the Cherokee, Built schools, Established trade

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Removed the Cherokee

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What did many Texans want for the Republic of Texas? Options: Independence, Alliance with Mexico, Colonization of new lands

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Annexation to the United States

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What did Houston do to make peace with Mexico?

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Released Santa Anna

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Which president worked to gain respect for the Republic of Texas?

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Sam Houston

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What did Lamar focus on building up?

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The Texas Navy