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The independence of the Republic of Texas was automatically recognized with the signing of the Treaty of Velasco.

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False

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One of the most significant challenges facing the new government of the Republic of Texas was the contentious relationship between the Republic of Texas and Mexico.

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True

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The United States would be the first country to grant diplomatic recognition to the Republic of Texas

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True

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President Andrew Jackson was vehemently pro-annexation and lobbied the U.S. Congress to approve the annexation of the Republic of Texas.

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False

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The Texas Navy lost the vessel Independence when it was captured by the Mexican Navy on the Brazos River. True or False?

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True

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Annexation refers to the addition of a territory or state to another country – this can only occur by force (via invasion). True or False?

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True

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While Santa Anna left Texas willingly, he could not promise that he would not take up arms against the Republic of Texas in the future. True or False?

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False

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The private Treaty of Velasco included a promise from General Santa Anna that he would persuade the Mexican government to recognize the independence of Texas and the Rio Grande River as its border. True or False?

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True

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The election of 1836 included three high-profile candidates for president, including: Sam Houston, Stephen F. Austin & Henry Smith

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True

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The Texas Navy originally included many more ships, but by the time of the Republic of Texas, there were only 4 that remained. True or False?

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False