Texas Independence and Manifest Destiny

The video explores the history of Texas during the period of manifest destiny, focusing on the reasons behind American migration to Texas, the movement for Texas independence, and the significance of the Battle of the Alamo. It discusses the aftermath of the battle, the establishment of the Republic of Texas, and the subsequent debate over its annexation by the United States, particularly concerning the issue of slavery.

What was the main inquiry question discussed in the introduction of the Lone Star Republic?

• How did the Alamo illustrate the difficult choices during manifest destiny?

• Why did the United States annex Texas?

• What were the economic benefits of Texas?

• Who were the key figures in the Texas Revolution?

Why did Americans find Texas appealing during the period of manifest destiny?

• It had a large population of American settlers.

• It was a hub for technological innovation.

• It offered great land for cattle and cotton.

• It was a center for political power.

What was a significant factor in the struggle for Texas independence?

• The support of the British government.

• The cultural ties with the Mexican government.

• The desire to establish a separate country.

• The influence of European settlers.

What was the outcome of the Battle of San Jacinto?

• The Mexican army defeated the Texans.

• The Texans captured Santa Anna.

• The battle ended in a stalemate.

• The United States intervened militarily.

Who was the leader inside the Alamo known for his famous letter?

• Sam Houston

• William Barrett Travis

• Davey Crockett

• Stephen F. Austin

What role did Davey Crockett play in the Texas Revolution?

• He was a diplomat negotiating with Mexico.

• He was a politician who supported Texas independence.

• He was a Mexican military leader.

• He was a frontiersman who fought at the Alamo.

What was the rallying cry that emerged after the Alamo?

• Freedom for Texas!

• Manifest Destiny!

• Victory or Death!

• Remember the Alamo!

What was a major issue when Texas was annexed by the United States?

• The construction of new infrastructure.

• The division of land among settlers.

• The question of allowing slavery.

• The establishment of a new government.

How did the concept of manifest destiny influence the annexation of Texas?

• It encouraged the expansion of the United States from coast to coast.

• It promoted the idea of a unified North America.

• It discouraged the annexation of new territories.

• It focused on the development of existing states.

What was the economic significance of Texas during the period of manifest destiny?

• It was a hub for international trade.

• It was a leading exporter of gold.

• It was ideal for growing cotton.

• It was a major industrial center.