Texas History Unit 3

The video covers the period from 1822 to 1835, focusing on the settlement of Texas by American settlers under the land-grant system. It discusses the rules imposed by Mexico on these settlers, such as becoming Mexican citizens, learning Spanish, and practicing Catholicism. The video highlights the tensions that arose due to the settlers' disregard for these rules, especially regarding slavery. It also covers the Mexican government's changes in policies, including property taxes and tariffs, and the Texans' petition for statehood, which was rejected. These events culminated in the Texas Revolution in 1835.

What significant event marked the beginning of the period between 1822 and 1835 in Texas?

• The establishment of the Republic of Texas

• The signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• The arrival of the first settlers under Stephen F. Austin

• The Battle of the Alamo

Which of the following was NOT a rule imposed by Mexico on American settlers in Texas?

• Becoming Mexican citizens

• Practicing Catholicism

• Learning Spanish

• Paying property taxes

What was one of the major changes in Mexican policy around 1830 that affected settlers in Texas?

• Increase in military presence

• Introduction of property taxes

• Abolition of Catholicism

• Establishment of new trade routes

What was the primary reason for the Mexican government's fear of losing control over Texas?

• The large number of settlers from the U.S.

• The presence of foreign armies

• The discovery of gold

• The influence of European powers

Which issue was NOT a grievance of the Texans leading to their petition for statehood?

• Low pay for militias

• High tariffs on goods

• No government representation

• Lack of funding for schools

Which of the following was a direct consequence of the Mexican government's policy changes in 1830?

• Rising tensions between settlers and the government

• Formation of a new political party

• Economic prosperity in Texas

• Increased immigration from Europe

What action did Stephen F. Austin take to address the grievances of Texans?

• He petitioned the Mexican government for statehood

• He led a military revolt

• He negotiated a trade agreement

• He established a new settlement

What was the outcome of Stephen F. Austin's petition to the Mexican government?

• A new constitution was drafted

• Austin was appointed governor

• The petition was rejected

• Texas was granted statehood

What was the Mexican government's response to the Texans' petition for statehood in 1832?

• They postponed the decision

• They ignored it

• They rejected it

• They approved it

What event marked the beginning of hostilities in Texas in 1835?

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The discovery of oil

• The arrival of new settlers

• The outbreak of the Texas Revolution