Quiz on the Republic of Texas

Why was Anson Jones significant to the history of the Republic of Texas? Select TWO correct answers.

• He fought alongside William Travis at the Alamo.

• He signed the Texas Declaration of Independence.

• He served as the Texas Secretary of State during Sam Houston's presidency.

• He forced the settlement of early settlers in Nacogdoches.

• He served as the last president of the Republic of Texas.

The people of Texas elected three different men to serve as president of the Texas Republic from 1836 to 1845. Each of them had to respond to a number of political, economic, and social issues during their terms. In 1836, the people of Texas elected ___ to serve as the first president of Texas. He had gained popularity during the Texas Revolution by commanding soldiers at the Battle of ___.

• Sam Houston, San Jacinto

• Mirabeau Lamar, The Alamo

• Anson Jones, Goliad

The last president of Texas was ___, who served until Texas was annexed by the United States.

• Sam Houston
• Mirabeau Lamar
• Anson Jones
• George Bush

In 1838, ___ was elected president of Texas. He believed that Texas should expand west. In order to protect settlers, he waged war against American Indian tribes. His policies increased Texas' debt and led ___ to run for president again for a second term.

• Sam Houston, Anson Jones

• Mirabeau Lamar, Sam Houston

• Anson Jones, Mirabeau Lamar

Sam Houston contributed to the success of the state of Texas in a number of ways. During the Texas Revolution, he was selected to the position of ___. Following the war, he was elected to the position of ___ of the Republic of Texas.

• Commander in Chief of the Texas Army, President

• Congress, Governor

• Governor, Senator

Which historical figure of Texas served as commander-in-chief during the Texas Revolution and served as President of the Republic of Texas? Select the correct answer.

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

• John B. Hood

• Milton M. Holland

• Benjamin F. Terry

This graphic organizer shows some significant figures from the 19th century. Which figure served as President of the Republic of Texas? Select TWO correct answers.

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

• Mirabeau B. Lamar

• Enrique Esparza

• Martín de León

Which of the following was a major problem for the Republic of Texas?

• Oil wells began to dry up.

• Pirates captured ships in the gulf.

• Settlers fought with American Indians.

• People left Texas to mine gold in California.

In 1839, the capital of Texas was moved from Houston to Austin because Austin was —

• located near the state's center

• further from Mexican troops

• located near Catholic missions

• further from the eastern states

People in the Republic of Texas volunteered to help defend the land. What were these people called?

• Texas Volunteers

• Texas Rangers

• Pirates of the Gulf

• Old Three Hundred