Texas History Semester Retest

Who did Houston bring in to help control the number of Native American raids and protect the settlers?

• Edwin Moore

• Texas Rangers

• Stephen F. Austin

• James Bowie

Texas was annexed by the United States in which year?

• 1821

• 1836

• 1845

• 1840

What was Santa Anna's role during the Texas Revolution?

• President and military leader of Mexico

• Founder and mayor of San Antonio

• Governor of Texas

• Explorer of the Texas coast

Why did Sam Houston say these words BEFORE the Battle of San Jacinto?

• He was pleading with William Travis to send reinforcements.

• He wanted Texas troops to fight courageously even though they might lose.

• He was planning a retreat to save his troops.

• He was negotiating a peace treaty with the Mexicans.

Who was the author of the statement "I am besieged by a thousand or more of the Mexicans"?

• Lorenzo de Zavala

• William B. Travis

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

Which of the below marked the beginning and end of the Texas Revolution?

• The Empire Strikes Back

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Goliad Massacre

• Battle of Gonzales

What was the significance of the Battle of Gonzales?

• It is considered the beginning of the fight for Texas independence.

• Following the battle, Stephen Austin became head of the Texas government.

• It marked the end of the Texas Revolution.

• It was the largest battle in Texas history.

After obtaining freedom from Mexico, Texans chose a form of government for their independent nation that insured them political freedom. Which form of government was chosen?

• Democracy

• Republic

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

During Anson Jones' presidency, which occurred (happened)?

• Texas was annexed into the United States

• Texas declared to remain independent

• Texas expanded its territory

• Texas formed a new constitution

Which Republic of Texas president raised taxes, cut salaries, and cut the army in order to save money?

• Anson Jones

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau Lamar

• Stephen F. Austin