Days 1 - 6 Unit 5: Unrest & Revolt in Texas

Why did Mexico distrust the United States in the early 1830s?

• The U.S. was expanding eastward.

• Mexico wanted to sell Texas to the U.S.

• Many settlers were loyal to Mexico.

• The U.S. was expanding westward, and Mexico feared it would try to take Texas.

By 1830, how many people lived in Texas, and what was their origin?

• 10,000 people, mostly from Mexico.

• 25,000 people, most of whom were former Americans.

• 50,000 people, mostly from Europe.

• 5,000 people, mostly from Canada.

What was a major concern for settlers regarding Mexican government policies?

• The Mexican government would increase taxes.

• The Mexican government would abolish slavery.

• The Mexican government would enforce stricter immigration laws.

• The Mexican government would sell land to the U.S.

By 1830, who were the majority of settlers living in Texas?

• Native Americans

• Mexicans

• Americans

• Europeans

Why did Mexico distrust the U.S.?

• Economic competition

• Cultural differences

• Territorial expansion

• Language barriers

Who was allowed by the Mexican government to bring Anglo settlers to Nacogdoches?

• Stephen F. Austin

• Haden Edwards

• Sam Houston

• James Bowie

What did Haden Edwards threaten to do if settlers could not provide a land title?

• Build a fort

• Sell their lands

• Move to another area

• Join the Mexican government

What was the name of the area declared by Edwards in east Texas?

• Republic of Texas

• Fredonian Republic

• Lone Star Republic

• Tejas Republic

What was the Fredonian Rebellion an attempt to do?

• Unite with Mexico

• Secede from Mexico

• Form a new government

• Expand land grants

Why was Haden Edwards angry?

• He lost his land.

• He was denied a government position.

• His contract was canceled by the Mexican government.

• He was taxed heavily.