Unit 7 Test

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A prominent Tejano leader and statesman who supported Texas Independence.

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Jose Antonio Navarro

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The process of incorporating one territory into another.

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annexation

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The independent country formed by Texans after gaining independence from Mexico in 1836.

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Republic of Texas

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A legendary law enforcement agency in Texas, known for its role in maintaining order on the frontier and protecting settlers.

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Texas Rangers

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A key figure in Texas history, served as the first and third president of the Republic of Texas.

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Sam Houston

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A conflict between the United States and Mexico from 1846 to 1848, resulting in additional territories to the U.S.

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Mexican-American War

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The second president of the Republic of Texas, known for promoting education and the arts.

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Mirabeau Lamar

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A system that ensures no single branch of government has too much power, as each branch can limit the actions of the other branches.

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Checks and balances

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A system in which executive power is divided among several independent officeholders.

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plural executive

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The law that outlines the structure and powers of the government in the state of Texas.

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Texas Constitution