Sam Houston

Who was Sam Houston?

• a. A famous scientist

• b. An American statesman, politician, and soldier

• c. A famous artist

• d. A Civil War general

What state did Sam Houston move to at a young age?

• Texas

• Kentucky

• Tennessee

• Virginia

What major battle did Sam Houston lead the Texan Army to victory in?

• a. Battle of Gettysburg

• b. Battle of San Jacinto

• c. Battle of Bunker Hill

• d. Battle of Antietam

What significant event did Houston help negotiate in 1845?

• a. The signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• b. The Treaty of Paris

• c. The end of the Civil War.

• d. The annexation of Texas into the United States.

What title is Sam Houston often referred to as in Texas history?

• a. Father of Texas

• b. King of Texas

• c. General of Texas

• d. Governor of Texas

What honor is celebrated annually on March 2?

• a. Independence Day

• b. Thanksgiving

• c. Sam Houston Day

• d. Texas Day