Exploring the First Presidents of the Republic of Texas

The video explores the history of the Republic of Texas, focusing on its four presidents: Sam Houston, Mirabeau Lamar, and Anson Jones. It discusses the challenges faced by each president, including debt, relations with Native Americans, and the push for annexation by the United States. Sam Houston's two non-consecutive terms are highlighted, along with Lamar's military and educational policies. Anson Jones' presidency culminates in Texas becoming a U.S. state in 1846.

What major conflict did Texas face before becoming its own Republic?

• The Texas Revolution

• The Civil War

• World War I

• The Alamo Siege

Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Anson Jones

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Sam Houston

What was a significant issue during Sam Houston's first presidency?

• Building a navy

• Establishing a new capital

• Education reform

• Debt from the war

Who succeeded Sam Houston as the second president of the Republic of Texas?

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Stephen F. Austin

• Anson Jones

• David G. Burnet

What was Mirabeau Lamar's approach to dealing with Native Americans?

• Peace treaties

• Military removal

• Granting citizenship

• Trade agreements

What was a focus of Sam Houston during his second term as president?

• Expanding the navy

• Reducing government spending

• Starting a new war with Mexico

• Annexing Oklahoma

What was a major challenge faced by all presidents of the Republic of Texas?

• Inability to form a military

• Disputes over the capital location

• Debt and financial instability

• Lack of natural resources

What led to the end of the Republic of Texas?

• A treaty with Mexico

• Victory in a war against Native Americans

• A declaration of independence from Texas

• Annexation into the United States

How long did the Republic of Texas exist as an independent country?

• 50 years

• 10 years

• 25 years

• 5 years

What was Anson Jones' significant contribution as the president of the Republic of Texas?

• Creating the first public school system

• Signing a peace treaty with Mexico

• Negotiating Texas' annexation into the United States

• Establishing the Texas Rangers