TX History Unit 6 Part 1

Which number on the map reflects territory gained by the United States in 1845?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which number on the map reflects territory gained by the United States as a result of the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hildalgo?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which of the following was an EARLY problem faced by the Republic of Texas?

• excessive debt and inability to repay

• interference by U.S. military

• lack of leadership

• no access to trade

Which of the following is MOST likely the reason Sam Houston won the Texas presidential election of 1836 with 80%

of the vote?

• Most Texas were aware of his background and support of the Indian tribes

• Most Texans mistrusted his opponents.

• Most Texans admired his leadership skills.

• He attracted the support of people favoring U.S. annexation.

Which of the following events occurred during the era of Early Statehood in Texas History?

• Industrial growth

• Population expansion

• Outbreak of a civil war

• D Preparation for world war

1836 : Texas Independence :: _____________ : Texas Annexation

• 1819

• 1492

• 1845

• 1847

Before Texas was annexed by the United States, Texans voted overwhelmingly in favor of annexation. However, many citizens of the United States did NOT want to annex Texas because:

• Texas had been its own country and might rebel to regain its sovereignty.

• Texas would be a slave state and would tip the balance of power in the U.S. Congress.

• They felt that the country was big enough and did not need any more territory.

• They thought Spain was likely to declare war to regain its lost territory.

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo of 1848?

• Texas became an independent republic.

• B Americans were allowed to settle in Texas.

• It established peace with American Indians

• The United States achieved the goal of Manifest Destiny.

How did the Compromise of 1850 affect Texas?

• Many U.S. southerners moved to Texas.

• New borders were established for Texas.

• Texas was admitted to the United States union.

• The practice of enslaving people was expanded.