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Worksheets7th Gr TX HX 2nd 9 wks CBA
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 12mins
Texas was annexed as a state in _.
1821
1836
1845
1840
Which of the following answer choices lists four key events of the Texas Revolution in order?
I. Fall of the Alamo
II. Battle of San Jacinto
III. Goliad Massacre
IV. Battle of Gonzalez
I, II, III, IV
III, IV, I, II
IV, I, III, II
II, IV, III, I
"The people shall be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and possessions, from all unreasonable seizures or searches, and no warrant to search any place, or to seize any person or thing, shall issue without describe them as near as may be, or without probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation." - Texas State Constitution
What is the MAIN idea of this excerpt from the Texas State Constitution?
searching homes and property is illegal
citizens may seize the property of others
searching homes and property is common
authorities must have a good reason to search property
Which reason best explains why many Germans immigrated to Texas?
Many left because of wars in Germany.
Many came to help build railroads in Texas.
Many escaped a potato famine and poverty.
Many were attracted by the cheap land and mild climate.
How is fold dancing an expression of Texas culture?
All the dancers wear cowboy clothing.
All the dances have roots in traditional Spanish boleros.
The dances reflect a variety of ethnic backgrounds.
The dancers are traditionally Russian males.
What was a problem faced by the early Republic.
lack of recognition as a nation by other countries
interference by the United States
lack of strong leaders
The Decree of April 6, 1830 -
*stopped immigration from the US
*encouraged Mexican and European immigration through generous land grants
*placed customs duties on goods from other countries
Which is the MOST likely reason this decree was an important link in the events leading to the Texas Revolution?
It stopped the colonies in Texas from growing.
It made Texas colonists suspicious of one another.
It threatened the prosperity of Texas colonies.
it allowed the Mexican government to interfere with the lives of Texas colonists.
"I am besieged by a thousand or more of the Mexicans."
Who wrote this statement?
Lorenzo de Zavala
James Fannin
Sam Houston
William B. Travis
What is the most likely reason Sam Houston won the 1836 presidential election by 80% of the vote?
Most people knew his background and the support of indian tribes.
Most Texans mistrusted his opponents.
Most Texans admired his leadership skiils.
Houston attracted the support of Texans favoring annexation.
What area in Texas were German settlers attracted to?
Hill Country
Gulf Coast
Piney Woods
High Plains
Which event happened in 1836?
Americans colonized Texas for the first time.
Texas was annexed as a state.
Texas declared its independence from Mexico.
Stephen F. Austin brought the first Am. settlers to Texas.
Which of the following demonstrates how Tejanos have maintained their heritage while adapting to American culture?
They chose to settle in border cities like Brownsville and Del Rio.
They cook foods from the early years of Texas.
They speak words that combine English and Spanish.
They abandoned a farming/ranching way of life.
Why did delegates meet at Washington-on-the-Brazos in March of 1836?
design the "come and take it" flag
establish an independent government
create a plan to defend the Alamo
negotiate peace with Mexico
The Compromise of 1850 affected Texas because...
Many US southerners moved to Texas.
New borders were established for Texas.
Texas as admitted to the US.
The practice of enslaving people was expanded.
Dear Brother,
. . . Houses are very sorry in this country for it is a considerable job to build a cabin ... owing to the timber being so scarce and plank is out of the question. The people use what they call puncheon which is ash saplings split open and laid down for floors.
. . . a man can raise as many cattle as he pleases without feeding them at all and can kill fat beeves anytime in the winter. . . . The grass is now green . . .
Excerpt from a letter written by C. Baker in 1853. Switzer, David. It’s Our Dallas County. 1954.
Which Texas era is described in this excerpt.
Spanish Colonial
Revolution and Republic
Early Statehood
Civil War and Reconstruction
German settlers in Texas hired Texas' Mexican musicians. The Germans preferred music that they were used to, like waltzes and polkas played primarily on the accordion. The musicians began to adapt the German music by playing polkas but adding lyrics related to their Texas Mexican roots. This is how conjunto music originated.
What idea does this passage BEST support?
how to peacefully resolve ethnic conflict
how a group protects its cultural identity
how polka music came to the US
how German traditions influenced Mexican traditions
