Early Statehood review

Front

Which immigrant group influenced the names and traditions of Texas towns like New Braunfels and Fredericksburg?

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The Germans

Front

What did delegates use as a guide when writing the Constitution of the State of Texas of 1845? Options: U.S. Constitution, Mexican Constitution of 1824, Compromise 1850, State Colonization Law of 1825

Back

Mexican Constitution of 1824

Front

Which factor MOST contributed to the growth of the cotton industry in Texas during the mid-1800s? Options: The decrease in new cotton varieties, The construction of irrigation systems, The passage of a fugitive slave law, The increase in demand for cotton

Back

The increase in demand for cotton

Front

What additional document was added to the Constitution of the State of Texas of 1845 to protect Texans?

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

Texas was annexed because of the United States’ belief in ________.

Back

Manifest Destiny

Front

This belief also motivated President Polk to send troops to the disputed area, ultimately sparking the ________.

Back

U.S.-Mexican War

Front

By 1850, the most developed port and trading center in Texas was located in -

Back

Galveston

Front

Why did southern farmers feel comfortable bringing their slaves to Texas?

Back

The Texas Constitution permitted the practice of slavery within the state.

Front

Which location on the map correctly identifies the Mexican Cession? Options: 1, 2, 3, 4

Back

1

Front

Which U.S. legislation prohibited aiding runaway slaves and required Texas to surrender parts of its western and northern territory?

Back

Compromise of 1850