Texas Presidents and Manifest Destiny Quiz

What was one of the main goals of Sam Houston during his presidency of the Republic of Texas?

• To expand Texas territory into Mexico

• To maintain peace with Native American tribes

• To establish a strong navy

• To move the capital to Austin

Which president of the Republic of Texas was known for his opposition to annexation by the United States?

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• Anson Jones

• David G. Burnet

What is the concept of Manifest Destiny?

• The belief that the United States was destined to expand across the continent

• The idea that all nations should be governed by monarchies

• The strategy to develop industrial power in the North

• The plan to establish trade routes with Asia

In what year did Texas officially become a state of the United States?

• 1836

• 1845

• 1850

• 1861

Which river is known as the second-longest river in the United States and is significant for its historical role in trade and transportation?

• Missouri River

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

• Ohio River

What was one of Mirabeau B. Lamar's main policies during his presidency?

• Promoting public education

• Reducing military spending

• Establishing peace treaties with Native Americans

• Supporting annexation by the United States

Which president of the Republic of Texas is known for moving the capital to Austin?

• Sam Houston

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• Anson Jones

• David G. Burnet

What was a significant difference between the presidencies of Houston and Lamar?

• Houston supported annexation, while Lamar opposed it

• Houston focused on military expansion, while Lamar focused on trade

• Houston wanted to move the capital to Austin, while Lamar wanted it in Houston

• Houston promoted public education, while Lamar did not

Which of the following was a key reason for the annexation of Texas by the United States?

• To gain control of the Mississippi River

• To expand the institution of slavery

• To establish a buffer against Mexican expansion

• To access gold mines in Texas

What was Sam Houston's approach to dealing with Native American tribes during his presidency?

• He sought to remove them from Texas territory

• He aimed to establish peaceful relations and treaties

• He ignored their presence and focused on other issues

• He encouraged settlers to take their lands