Racial and Ethnic Issues During the Republic Era

Which of the following was a significant issue related to slavery during the Republic Era of Texas?

• The Republic of Texas banned all forms of slavery.

• Slavery was officially recognized and protected by the Texas Constitution.

• Slavery was abolished by the Mexican government but reinstated by Texas.

• Enslaved people were granted full citizenship rights in Texas.

Match the following key figures with their contributions or roles during the Republic Era of Texas.

• Sam Houston

• Advocated for the removal of Native American tribes

• José Antonio Navarro

• Supported Tejano rights and representation

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• First President of the Republic of Texas

How did the experiences of Tejanos change during the Republic Era of Texas?

• Tejanos were given equal rights and full citizenship.

• Many Tejanos faced discrimination and loss of land.

• Tejanos formed an alliance with the Republic of Texas government.

• Tejanos were expelled from Texas during this period.

Match the following groups with the correct descriptions and challenges they faced during the Republic Era of Texas.

• Enslaved People

• Loss of land and discrimination

• Native Americans

• Legal and social exclusion

• Tejanos

• Forced removal from territories

How did the Cordova Rebellion impact Mirabeau B. Lamar's presidency?

• The Cordova Rebellion led to economic prosperity during Mirabeau B. Lamar's presidency
• The Cordova Rebellion had no impact on Mirabeau B. Lamar's presidency
• Mirabeau B. Lamar's popularity increased as a result of the Cordova Rebellion
• The Cordova Rebellion strained Mirabeau B. Lamar's presidency due to increased government spending and military actions.

What was the purpose of the Texas Rangers and how did it impact the Texas population?

• The Texas Rangers were established to protect settlers and maintain order, positively impacting the Texas population by promoting safety and stability.
• The Texas Rangers were established to enforce strict laws, resulting in civil unrest among the Texas population.
• The Texas Rangers were created to promote tourism, causing overcrowding in Texas.
• The Texas Rangers were formed to collect taxes, leading to financial burden on the Texas population.

What role did Chief Bowles have during the Republic of Texas era?

• Famous Texas Ranger known for capturing outlaws
• Spanish missionary establishing missions in Texas
• French fur trader negotiating with Native American tribes
• Prominent Cherokee leader advocating for Cherokee land rights

Match the following leaders during the Republic of Texas era.

• Sam Houston

• Negotiated treaties with Sam Houston to preserve peace and land of Native Americans, would later have land taken by Lamar.

• Chief Bowles

• Captain of the Texas Rangers, fought the Native Americans and Mexico before the Mexican-American War.

• Jack Coffee Hays

• Elected president of Texas twice. Remained peaceful with Native Americans and goal was Texas annexation with the U.S..

• William Goyens

• A businessman and diplomat who negotiated a treaty and maintained peaceful relations with Native Americans.

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• Elected President of Texas, known as "The Father of Education". The goal was for Texas to remain an independent republic and determined to remove Native tribes completely.

How did the City Council Fight and Cordova Rebellion Impact Texas?

• The City Council Fight and Cordova Rebellion led to increased cooperation between the Mexican government and Anglo-American settlers in Texas.
• The City Council Fight and Cordova Rebellion resulted in the annexation of Texas by Mexico.
• The City Council Fight and Cordova Rebellion highlighted the tensions between the Mexican government and Anglo-American settlers, contributing to the desire for independence in Texas.
• The City Council Fight and Cordova Rebellion had no impact on the relations between the Mexican government and Anglo-American settlers in Texas.

What were the three goals of the Santa Fe Expedition?

• build up the Texas economy

• block western expansion of the United States

• Mexican recognition of the Rio Grande as the western border of the Republic borders of Texas

• Establish a permanent territory in Santa Fe