Flashcard on the Republic of Texas

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What was one of the main financial challenges faced by the Republic of Texas in 1836? Options: Lack of military support, Debt from the Revolution, Abundance of resources, Wealth from trade

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Debt from the Revolution

Front

Which of the following groups began attacking Anglo settlers in Texas? French immigrants, Native Americans, Tejanos, Europeans

Back

Native Americans

Front

Who was elected as the first President of the Republic of Texas?

Back

Sam Houston

Front

What was one of the main goals of Sam Houston when he became president?

Back

To reduce the state's debt

Front

What action did President Lamar take regarding the Cherokee in Texas?

Back

He ordered them to leave east Texas.

Front

Which immigrant group was the largest to settle in Texas during the 1830s?

Back

Germans

Front

What was one of the differences between the policies of Sam Houston and Mirabeau B. Lamar?

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Lamar wanted to remove all Natives; Houston promoted peace

Front

What was a significant outcome of the Córdova Rebellion?

Back

Greater distrust of Natives and Tejanos among Anglos

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What was Mirabeau Lamar's opinion on natives?

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He forced them of their land.

Front

Out of the two listed, which President spent money on building a large Navy and fighting both the Native Americans and Mexico? Sam Houston, Mirabeau Lamar

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Mirabeau Lamar