7th Grade MP2 Review

Which of the following was a problem faced by the early Republic of Texas?

• lack of recognition as a nation by other countries

• interference by the United States

• lack of strong leaders for many years

• lack of people wanting to settle in Texas

The empresario system encouraged immigration in colonial Texas. Which of the following was a SIMILAR plan that brought immigrants during the Republic period?

• inexpensive loans

• government bonds

During the presidency of Mirabeau B. Lamar, the Texas Rangers -

• protected settlers from the Mexican army

• waged war against the American Indians

• helped establish Texas settlements in present day New Mexico

• worked with the U.S. Army to defend the frontier

How does the Texas Constitution reflect the U.S. government's concept of separation of powers?

• It splits the power among three main parts of the government

• It creates a court system based on trial by jury.

• It limits the number of years each official can serve.

Why were Texas legislators willing to secede from the Union?

• Former slaves in Texas voted for secession.

• Texas farmers were fearful of losing their slaves.

• Slavery was declining across Texas and the South.

• Mexico was better able to protect the practice of slavery in Texas.

Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated in Texas because --

• It is the day that slaves were freed in Texas.

• It is the day that the war ended in Texas.

• It is the day that slavery was limited in Texas.

• It is the day that the war began in Texas.

Select TWO of the following areas. How did life in Texas change in these two areas as a result of the Civil War?

• Politics and government

• Economics

• Social issues

What was the main reason for the Texas Revolution?

• Disputes over slavery

• Disagreements over land ownership

• Conflicts over religious freedom

• Disputes over taxes and tariffs

What was the impact of the Treaty of Velasco on the Republic of Texas?

• It ended the Texas Revolution and recognized Texas as an independent nation.

• It established the border between Texas and Mexico.

• It led to the annexation of Texas into the United States.

• It resulted in the secession of Texas from the United States.

What role did the Texas Rangers play in the development of Texas?

• They served as the primary law enforcement agency.

• They led the fight for Texas independence.

• They negotiated treaties with American Indian tribes.

• They established new settlements across Texas.