The Republic of Texas Quizizz

What was the main goal of the Texas Constitution according to the text?

• To establish a temporary capital in Houston

• To join the United States

• To elect Stephen F. Austin as president

• To continue conflicts with Native Americans and Mexicans

Who was elected as the first president of the Republic of Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Henry Smith

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Sam Houston

What financial issue did the new government of Texas face after gaining independence?

• A surplus of funds from land sales

• No taxation system in place

• A large debt and no money

• An overabundance of foreign investment

What was the purpose of the Texas Rangers according to the document?

• To serve as the president's personal bodyguards

• To collect taxes and tariffs

• To protect settlers from Native American and Mexican raids

• To oversee elections and uphold the constitution

Where did the congress of the new government of Texas temporarily move the capital to?

• San Jacinto

• Columbia

• Buffalo Bayou

• Houston

What challenges did Houston face in dealing with Native American relations as president of Texas?

• He had to negotiate peace with multiple Native American groups who viewed Texas as their own.

• He was unable to find any scouts or messengers for his army.

• He had to deal with frequent attacks by Mexican forces on Texas.

• He had to manage the overpopulation of Texas by Native Americans.

Why were relations between Texas and Mexico strained after Santa Anna's capture?

• Mexico wanted to establish a trade agreement with Texas.

• Mexico recognized Texas's independence immediately after Santa Anna's capture.

• Mexico's new president did not agree with Santa Anna's plans and refused to recognize Texas's independence.

• Santa Anna returned to Mexico and became a beloved leader who improved relations.

What was the outcome of the Cordova Rebellion?

• The rebellion led to Texas gaining independence from Mexico.

• The rebellion resulted in the Cherokee and other East Texas Native American groups joining the republic.

• The rebellion was defeated, and no action was taken against the Cherokee leaders who said they did not participate.

• The rebellion caused Texas to lose significant territory to Native American forces.

Why did some Native Americans and Tejanos oppose the republic of Texas?

• They were happy with the Mexican rule and did not want independence.

• They were promised land and wealth by the Texas government.

• They were in favor of annexation by the United States.

• They had remained loyal to Mexico and were not happy that Texas was independent.

What were the concerns of the United States regarding the annexation of Texas?

• The United States was concerned that annexing Texas would lead to overpopulation.

• The United States was eager to annex Texas without any reservations.

• The United States was worried that annexing Texas would damage relations with Mexico.

• The United States was concerned that Texas did not desire to join the Union.