Week 14: The Republic of Texas

Who was the first and third president of the Republic of Texas?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

• José Antonio Navarro

Who was a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau Lamar

• José Antonio Navarro

Who was known as the Father of Texas Education?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau Lamar

• José Antonio Navarro

Who was the last president of the Republic of Texas?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau Lamar

• José Antonio Navarro

One success of the Republic of Texas was __________.

• the government increased debt

• relations with American Indians improved

• land was set aside to create public schools

What was the original purpose of the Texas Rangers?

• protect settlers

• deliver messages

• fight the Mexican army

All of the following were challenges of the Republic of Texas EXCEPT:

• Lack of money

• The relationship with American Indians

• Established trade agreements with powerful nations

• The relationship with Mexico

Which individual fought in the Battle of San Jacinto and was the President of the Republic of Texas?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau Lamar

• José Antonio Navarro

Which individual created the Texas school system and was the President of the Republic of Texas?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau Lamar

• José Antonio Navarro