Republic of Texas-Faiola

Multiple Choice

Why was the period from 1836 to 1845 significant in Texas history?

• It was when Texas was a republic and its own country.

• It was when Texas became a U.S. state.

• It was when Texas was under Spanish rule.

• It was when Texas was part of Mexico.

Multiple Choice

Why did Santa Anna sign the Treaties of Velasco?

• He wanted to end the war peacefully

• He feared Burnet would turn him over to the mobs who wanted his life

• He wanted to become President of Texas

• He was promised land in Texas

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The first elected president of the Republic of Texas was

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Multiple Choice

Who was appointed Secretary of State by Sam Houston to help run the new country of Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Henry Smith

• Sam Houston

• William B. Travis

Multiple Select

Which of the following were capitals of the Republic of Texas?

• Columbia

• Houston

• Austin

• San Antonio

Multiple Choice

What was the name of the paper money printed by Texas during Houston's presidency, and what happened to its value?

• Redbacks; it quickly lost value

• Greenbacks; it increased in value

• Bluebacks; it stayed the same

• Texan Dollars; it was stable

Multiple Choice

Why did Mirabeau Lamar become the next elected president of Texas after the election of 1838?

• Because the previous president resigned.

• Because the Texas Constitution did not allow consecutive terms for presidents.

• Because he was the only candidate.

• Because Texas became a state.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were outcomes of Lamar's Indian policies?

• The Cherokee War lasted 5 days.

• Chief Bowles was killed.

• The Battle of Plum Creek occurred in 1840.

• Lamar signed a peace treaty with all tribes.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the outcome of the Santa Fe Expedition?

• It was a successful expansion into New Mexico.

• It ended in disaster with many deaths and high costs.

• It resulted in a peace treaty with Mexico.

• It led to the annexation of Santa Fe by Texas.

Multiple Choice

What event caused the Texas Rangers to change their minds during the Council House Fight?

• The arrival of more Comanches

• Matilda Lockhart's condition

• A surprise attack by the Texans

• A disagreement over land

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions did Houston take to reduce Texas’s debt?

• Increased government spending

• Sold off the Navy successfully

• Cut government jobs and pay

• Printed more Redbacks