Texas and the Civil War Flashcards

Front

Why was Sam Houston removed from the office of governor of Texas?

Back

He refused to sign an oath of loyalty to the Confederacy.

Front

Secession

Back

Withdrawal from a nation to become independent

Front

The civilians of a country at war are called the ________.

Back

Home front

Front

Why did the number of enslaved people in Texas increase dramatically during the 1850s?

Back

Plantation owners wanted more enslaved people to work in the fields.

Front

What usually happened to enslaved people who tried to run away?

Back

Once captured, they were returned to their owners and whipped.

Front

Which statement is true about slavery in Texas during the Republic and early statehood years?

Back

The number of enslaved people increased.

Front

Complete the sentence - Due to the war, there was a shortage of _____.

Back

Money

Front

What happened on June 19, 1865?

Back

The enslaved people in Texas gained their freedom.

Front

Look at the image of the flag shown. What type of flag is this?

Back

Confederate Flag

Front

Look at the image of the flag shown. What type of flag is this?

Back

Texas Flag