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Republic of Texas and Annexation

Amanda Cook

Created by Amanda Cook

19 questions

7th Grade

Social studies

Updated Aug 2026

Republic of Texas and Annexation is a Grade 7 social studies worksheet that builds knowledge of Texas independence, the Republic of Texas, and annexation by the United States. Students interpret a settlement map, identify motivations such as Manifest Destiny, distinguish primary from secondary sources, recognize key leaders, and connect major events from Mexican independence through Texas statehood. The 19 questions use multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and multiple-select formats. Students sequence Texas history, place terms such as Mexico, annexation, and Manifest Destiny in context, identify the roles and policies of Sam Houston, Mirabeau B. Lamar, and Anson Jones, and use evidence to determine Houston’s priorities during his second term. This free printable worksheet includes a complete answer key for checking understanding or reviewing missed items.

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Republic of Texas and Annexation

Total questions: 19

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following generalizations is true based on the maps?

Which of the following generalizations is true based on the maps?

a)

Hispanics settled across the largest area of Texas.

b)

German settlements were mainly located in West Texas.

c)

Czech settlements were mainly located along the coast.

d)

African Americans were the ethnic largest group to settle in Texas.

2.
Which of the following motivated President Polk to favor admitting Texas into the Union?

Which of the following motivated President Polk to favor admitting Texas into the Union?

a)

His belief in Manifest Destiny

b)

His goal of peace with foreign powers

c)

His anger with the government of Mexico

d)

His desire to limit the expansion of slavery

3.

After obtaining freedom from Mexico, Texans chose a form of government for their independent nation that insured them political freedom. Which form of government was chosen?

a)

Imperial

b)

Republic

c)

Monarchy

d)

Military

4.

Texas gained its independence from ________ in 1836. As a republic, Texas had several presidents, a legislature, and an established court system. Some Texas leaders thought ________ , joining the U.S., was the only future for Texas. During the nine years of the Texas Republic, American policymakers saw the importance of agriculture to the economy and saw Texas as an opportunity to expand further west. The idea of ________ , expanding westward from coast to coast, also appealed to many Americans.

(a)   ​ (b)   ​ ​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
Mexico
Annexation
Manifest Destiny
5.

Which Texan worked to have Texas annexed by the United States?

a)

A. Sam Houston

b)

B. Mirabeau Lamar

c)

C. John Tyler

d)

D. Juan Seguin

6.

You have been assigned a research paper about life in early Texas. You need to include some primary source material in your paper. Which of the following is a primary source?

a)

the diary of a Texas colonist

b)

the biography of a Texas colonist

c)

a computer database of settlers living in Texas

d)

a newspaper article written by a Texas historian

7.
This graphic shows some of the significant dates in Texas history. In what year did the United States officially annex the…

This graphic shows some of the significant dates in Texas history. In what year did the United States officially annex the Republic of Texas? Select the correct answer.

a)

1519

b)

1718

c)

1821

d)

1836

e)

1845

8.

Which is the correct order of events in Texas history?

a)

Mexican Independence —> San Antonio Founded —> Texas becomes a Republic

b)

Mexican Independence —> Texas Independence from Mexico —> Texas Statehood

c)

Mexican Independence —> First Mexican Settlements Founded —> Texas Statehood

d)

Mexican Independence —> Texas Independence —> San Antonio is Founded

9.

Determine whether the statements describe Sam Houston, Mirabeau B. Lamar, or both.

Sam Houston

Negotiated a Treaty with the Cherokee

Mirabeau B. Lamar

Initiated a war against the Cherokee

Both

Elected President of the Republic of TX

Sam Houston

Reduced the debts of the Tx Government

10.

In 1836, the people of Texas elected (a)   to serve as the first president of Texas. He had gained popularity during the Texas Revolution by commanding soldiers at the Battle of San Jacinto.

11.

​ In 1838, ____​ (a)   _ was elected president of Texas. He believed that Texas should expand west and in order to protect settlers he waged war against American Indian tribes. His policies increased Texas' debt and led __​ (b)   ___ to run for president again for a second term.

Choose from the below words
Houston
Lamar
12.

The last president of Texas was (a)   , who served until Texas was annexed by the United States.

13.

Determine whether the descriptor applies to Mirabeau B. Lamar, Anson Jones, or both.

Mirabeau B. Lamar

Known as the Father of Education in TX

Anson Jones

Last President of the Republic of Texas

Both

Served as President of Texas

Mirabeau B. Lamar

Expanded Texas Rangers to TX Frontier

14.

Sam Houston was elected president for a second time in 1841. Houston did not agree with the policies of Mirabeau B. Lamar because he believed Lamar's policies had damaged Texas economically. Houston partnered with the legislature to reduce the government debt. He cut jobs and spending, while also cutting the amount of money from the treasury. Houston wanted to establish peaceful relations with American Indian groups as well. He set up trading posts and sent agents to negotiate peace treaties with many American Indian groups like the Comanche. Though he cared about peace and the economy, Houston's highest priority was the survival of Texas. During his presidency, Houston focused on maintaining peace with Mexico, building international alliances, and supporting annexation when it seemed to benefit Texas. What was Houston's MAIN goal during his second term as president?

a)

to reduce the state debt

b)

to establish peaceful relations with American Indians

c)

to convince the U.S. to annex Texas

d)

to ensure the survival of Texas

15.

Sam Houston was elected president for a second time in 1841. Houston did not agree with the policies of Mirabeau B. Lamar because he believed Lamar's policies had damaged Texas economically. Houston partnered with the legislature to reduce the government debt. He cut jobs and spending, while also cutting the amount of money from the treasury. Houston wanted to establish peaceful relations with American Indian groups as well. He set up trading posts and sent agents to negotiate peace treaties with many American Indian groups like the Comanche. Though he cared about peace and the economy, Houston's highest priority was the survival of Texas. During his presidency, Houston focused on maintaining peace with Mexico, building international alliances, and supporting annexation when it seemed to benefit Texas. Which statement provides evidence that Sam Houston was trying to make sure the Republic of Texas survived?

a)

Houston partnered with the legislature to reduce the government debt.

b)

Houston wanted to establish peaceful relations with American Indian groups as well.

c)

He set up trading posts and sent agents to negotiate peace treaties with many American Indian groups like the Comanche.

d)

Though he cared about peace and the economy, Houston's highest priority was the survival of Texas.

16.
The excerpt from this speech by Anson Jones in 1846 refers to which of the following?

The excerpt from this speech by Anson Jones in 1846 refers to which of the following?

a)

the defeat of the Mexican army

b)

the annexation of Texas to the United States

c)

Texas becoming a republic

17.
Using the map above, identify what Mexico claimed was the rightful border for Texas.

Using the map above, identify what Mexico claimed was the rightful border for Texas.

a)

The Rio Grande

b)

The Nueces River

18.

Which TWO dates below reflect TWO important turning points in Texas History?

a)

1825, 1845

b)

1836, 1845

c)

1840, 1845

19.

Which of the following statements BEST describe the era of the Texas Republic?

Select TWO correct answers.

a)

General Santa Anna led a siege on the Texans inside the Alamo.

b)

President Sam Houston attempted to prevent new conflict with Mexico.

c)

Stephen F. Austin worked as an empresario to increase settlement in Texas.

d)

President Abraham Lincoln signed a law to end slavery in the United States.

e)

President Mirabeau B. Lamar established the Texas public school system.

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Republic of Texas and Annexation

Total questions: 19

1.
a)

Hispanics settled across the largest area of Texas.

2.
a)

His belief in Manifest Destiny

3.
b)

Republic

4.
Mexico, Annexation, Manifest Destiny
5.
a)

A. Sam Houston

6.
a)

the diary of a Texas colonist

7.
e)

1845

8.
b)

Mexican Independence —> Texas Independence from Mexico —> Texas Statehood

9.

Sam Houston

 - 

Negotiated a Treaty with the Cherokee

, 

Mirabeau B. Lamar

 - 

Initiated a war against the Cherokee

, 

Both

 - 

Elected President of the Republic of TX

, 

Sam Houston

 - 

Reduced the debts of the Tx Government

10.
Sam Houston
11.
Lamar, Houston
12.
Anson Jones
13.

Mirabeau B. Lamar

 - 

Known as the Father of Education in TX

, 

Anson Jones

 - 

Last President of the Republic of Texas

, 

Both

 - 

Served as President of Texas

, 

Mirabeau B. Lamar

 - 

Expanded Texas Rangers to TX Frontier

14.
d)

to ensure the survival of Texas

15.
d)

Though he cared about peace and the economy, Houston's highest priority was the survival of Texas.

16.
b)

the annexation of Texas to the United States

17.
b)

The Nueces River

18.
b)

1836, 1845

19.
b)

President Sam Houston attempted to prevent new conflict with Mexico.

, e)

President Mirabeau B. Lamar established the Texas public school system.

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FAQs

What does the Republic of Texas and Annexation worksheet cover?

This Grade 7 social studies worksheet covers Texas independence from Mexico, the Republic of Texas, its presidents, and U.S. annexation in 1845. Across 19 multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and multiple-select items, students sequence events, interpret a settlement map, identify primary sources, connect leaders with policies, and use evidence about Sam Houston’s goals.

How can I use this worksheet to teach Texas independence and annexation?

Introduce the sequence from Mexican independence to Texas independence, the Republic of Texas, and annexation before students complete the chronology and date questions. Then use the drag-and-drop terms—Mexico, annexation, and Manifest Destiny—as a vocabulary check, and discuss how the matching items contrast Sam Houston, Mirabeau B. Lamar, and Anson Jones. Ask students to cite details from the Houston passage when explaining why survival was his main priority.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this Texas history worksheet?

Watch for students who confuse Texas independence in 1836 with U.S. annexation in 1845 or place Texas statehood events in the wrong order. Students may also mix up Sam Houston’s and Mirabeau B. Lamar’s policies, identify a historian’s newspaper article instead of a colonist’s diary as a primary source, or select a supporting detail rather than the passage’s stated main goal for Houston. Review the drag-and-drop vocabulary separately so students do not confuse annexation with Manifest Destiny.

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You can assign this worksheet as a printable PDF or as a digital quiz on Wayground. It includes a complete answer key for the multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and multiple-select questions. For printable submissions, scan student work with the Wayground for Teachers app to grade responses efficiently.

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