Lesson 18

Who first ruled Mexico?

• Spain

• Great Britain

• Mexico

• Portugal

When did Mexico gain independence from Spain?

• 1845

• 1836

• 1821

• 1830

Why did the Mexican government want more settlers in Texas? Select all that apply.

• More people to follow the Catholic religion

• More enslaved people for help with work

• More people to pay taxes

• More people to raise crops and animals

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When did Texas declare independence?

• 1821

• 1830

• 1836

• 1845

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How long did the first battle at the Alamo last?

• A few hours

• more than 10 hours

• A few days

• more than 10 days

What famous phrase did the Texans shout during the second battle at the Alamo?

• “No taxation without representation!”

• “The Lone Star Republic!”

• “Remember the Alamo!”

• “Victory or death!”

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How long was Texas its own territory?

• 9 years

• 10 years

• 28 years

• 1845

When did Texas become a state?

• 1821

• 1830

• 1836

• 1845

Great Britain and the United States battled for the Oregon country.

• True

• False

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What happened to the Native Americans in this Oregon country area? Select all that apply.

• They battled to keep their land.

• They were forced onto reservations.

• They stayed and helped on the land.

• Their hunting lands were turned into farms and ranches.

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