Unit 07: Civil War & Texas Review 2025

Which battles were fought in Texas? Select THREE correct answers.

• A. Palmetto Ranch

• B. Gettysburg

• C. Sabine Pass

• D. Galveston

• E. Fort Sumter

Even after the Civil War ended, fighting raged on in Texas because --

• A. Troops did not read the newspaper.

• B. The government of Texas wanted to continue the war.

• C. News about the end of the war traveled slowly.

• D. Texas was winning the war.

Which of the following were reasons why Texas legislators voted to secede from the Union in 1861? Select TWO correct answers.

• A. They feared Lincoln would legally abolish slavery in the U.S.

• B. They wanted to prevent the spread of slavery.

• C. They wanted to become an independent republic again.

• D. They believed the states had the right to nullify federal laws.

• E. They needed the protection of the Texas Rangers.

Which famous Texan spoke these words?

"If you go to war with the United States, you will never conquer her..."

• William B. Travis

• Sam Houston

• Stephen F. Austin

• Abraham Lincoln

How did slavery influence Texas to enter the Civil War?

• Most Texans believed slavery was wrong and wanted to end it.

• Most Texans owned slaves and would lose money if slavery was outlawed.

• Most Texans believed that slavery was vital to their economy.

• Most Texans wanted to end the slave trade.

Which event caused Texas to secede from the Union?

• the end of slavery in the U.S.

• the election of President Lincoln

• the invasion of Union troops

• Sam Houston's resignation

Which issue was responsible for Texans JOINING the South in the war?

• slavery

• Tariff of 1830

• Dred Scott decision

• Invasion of U.S. Troops

During which era did Texas secede from the Union and join the Confederate States of America? Select the correct answer.

• A) Mexican National

• B) Texas Revolution

• C) Civil War

• D) European Exploration

• E) Reconstruction

Which location was the site of one of the final Civil War battles that took place a month after the Confederate forces surrendered?

• Sabine Pass

• Galveston

• Palmetto Ranch

Determine whether the description applies to 1845 or 1861:

After nine years as an independent nation, Texas was annexed by the United States.

• 1845

• 1861