Republic of Texas History Quiz

Who was the first democratically elected President of Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Henry Smith

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Sam Houston

What was the main reason for Texas to join the United States?

• Economic stability

• Military protection

• Cultural exchange

• Political dominance

What was the main issue between Sam Houston and Mirabeau Lamar?

• Foreign trade

• Taxation policies

• Indian relations

• Land ownership

What was the primary method used by Texas to deal with its war debt?

• Paper money

• Property taxes

• Increasing tariffs

• Selling land

Who was the opposition to Sam Houston on various matters?

• Henry Smith

• Stephen F. Austin

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Sam Houston himself

What was the main concern of the Texans in 1836?

• Economic depression

• Mexican invasion

• Political corruption

• Comanche raids

What was the primary reason for the Texas Revolution?

• Taxation without representation

• Cultural differences

• Land disputes

• Religious freedom

What was the main issue during the Lamar Presidency?

• Economic recession

• Indian relations

• Political corruption

• Foreign invasion

What was the main concern of the Texans in 1838?

• Comanche raids

• Tejano discontent

• The Pastry War

• The Goliad Massacre

What was the primary reason for the Texas Rangers to rise?

• Indian raids

• Mexican invasion

• Outlaw activities

• Political unrest