Famous Texans

What year did Sam Houston arrive in Texas?

• 1845

• 1821

• 1832

• 1793

What significant event did Sam Houston lead Texas to in 1836?

• The Alamo

• The Battle of San Jacinto

• Declaration of Texas Independence

• Annexation to the United States

Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

• Anson Jones

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

What was Sam Houston's stance on Texas joining the United States?

• Strongly opposed

• Indifferent

• Strongly supported

• Initially opposed, then supported

What was Sam Houston's belief about the Civil War's outcome?

• It would end in a stalemate

• The North would win causing devastation to the South

• It would lead to Texas' independence

• The South would win

Why did Sam Houston lose his position as governor?

• Removed for not supporting the Confederacy

• Resigned

• Lost an election

• Term limits

Who is known as one of the titans of Texas history?

• Stephen F. Austin

• James Bowie

• Sam Houston

• Davy Crockett

Which city is named after Sam Houston?

• San Antonio

• Dallas

• Houston

• Austin

What is Stephen F. Austin known as?

• The Titan of Texas

• The First Governor of Texas

• The First President of Texas

• The Father of Texas

In what year did Stephen F. Austin's father receive a permit to settle families in Texas?

• 1793

• 1845

• 1836

• 1821