The Republic of Texas

How many Texans met to decide the future of Texas?

• 16 delegates

• 59 delegates

• 35 delegates

• 1,836 delegates

How many delegates were chosen to write the Declaration of Independence?

• 2

• 59

• 5

• 1,000

Which is NOT a problem Texans had with Mexico listed in the Declaration of Independence ?

• The Mexican government did not protect the life, liberty, or property of Texans.

• The Mexican government did not provide trial by jury or freedom of religion.

• The Mexican government did not provide public schools.

• The Mexican government wanted Texans to move to South America.

What is a Constitution?

• A list of delegates.

• A list of supplies.

• A written plan of government.

• A political convention.

On what date was the Constitution of the Republic of Texas accepted by the convention?

• March 2, 1836

• March 1, 1838

• April 1, 1830

• March 16, 1836

What is a republic form of government?

• A form of government where the people hose their leaders.

• A dictator form of government.

• A declaration of government.

• A government ruled by the military.

What does the word abolish mean?

• To begin or establish.

• To set up a court system.

• To put an end to.

• To make a plan.

Who was voted as the first President of the Republic of Texas?

• David G. Zavala

• Stephen F. Austin

• George C. Childress

• Sam Houston

What year did congress approve the Lone Star Flag?

• 1839

• 1836

• 1840

• 1835

What does the red, blue, and white stand for on the Lone Star Flag?

• The military

• Bravery, Loyalty, Purity.

• Patriotism

• Truth, justice, and freedom.