7G Unit 3B

Why did Mexico encourage U.S to move into Texas.?

• To promote economic development and strengthen its presence in the region.
• To establish a new capital in Texas.
• To reduce immigration from other countries.
• To increase military presence in the area.

How did Mexico gain control of the American-Southwest including Texas in 1821.?

• Mexico gained control of the American Southwest, including Texas, by gaining independence from Spain and encouraging American settlement through land grants.
• Mexico gained control through military conquest of the region.
• Texas was sold to Mexico by the United States in 1821.
• Mexico gained control by signing a treaty with Native American tribes.

List 2 factors that contributed to the development in Texas during the 1830s.?

• Introduction of railroads
• Discovery of gold
• Formation of new political parties
• 1. Influx of American settlers 2. Establishment of cotton as a cash crop

What happened at the Alamo.?

• The Alamo was the site of a 13-day siege during the Texas Revolution, ending in a battle on March 6, 1836.
• The Alamo was a military base established in the 20th century.
• The Alamo was a famous music festival held in Texas.
• The Alamo was a peaceful negotiation site between Texas and Mexico.

How did Houston overcome that disadvantage.?

• By increasing taxes on residents.
• By reducing community services and support.
• By ignoring the needs of the community.
• They snuck up on them.!

How did the annexation of Texas in 1845 contribute to Westward Expansion.?

• The annexation of Texas contributed to Westward Expansion by providing new land for settlement and intensifying the drive for territorial growth.
• The annexation had no impact on the population movement westward.
• Texas was already fully settled before its annexation.
• It led to the immediate end of the Mexican-American War.

What year did Texas become a state.?

• 1836
• 1845
• 1850
• 1861

In what year did Texas become an independent nation.?

• 1845
• 1836
• 1821
• 1776

Which two nations claimed the Oregon country.?

• Canada and Mexico
• Russia and Japan
• France and Spain
• United States and Great Britain

What are the 3 c's of Westward Expansion.?

• Colonization, Commerce, Community
• Culture, Conflict, Conquest
• Constitution, Capitalism, Cooperation
• Causes , Course , Consequences