Question 1

What was the outcome of the Texas Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Texas gained independence from Mexico and became a republic.

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Texas remained a territory of Mexico.

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Texas became a state of Mexico.

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Texas was annexed by the United States.

Question 2

Which country controlled Texas before the Texas Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Mexico

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United States

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Spain

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France

Question 3

Who was the leader of the Texian army during the Battle of San Jacinto?

Accepted Answer

Sam Houston

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Stephen F. Austin

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Davy Crockett

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William B. Travis

Question 4

Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas?

Accepted Answer

Sam Houston

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Stephen F. Austin

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Andrew Jackson

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Thomas Jefferson

Question 5

What year did Texas become a state?

Accepted Answer

1845

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1865

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1876

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1836

Question 6

Which treaty officially ended the Mexican-American War and recognized Texas as part of the United States?

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Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

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Treaty of Paris

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Treaty of Versailles

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Treaty of San Jacinto

Question 7

Who was the president of the Republic of Texas when it became a state?

Accepted Answer

Anson Jones

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Stephen F. Austin

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James K. Polk

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Sam Houston

Question 8

Which president of the Republic of Texas was a strong supporter of Anglo-American immigration?

Accepted Answer

Mirabeau Lamar

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James Bowie

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Stephen F. Austin

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Sam Houston

Question 9

What pushed many Irish immigrants to leave Ireland?

Accepted Answer

The Great Famine

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The Mexican-American War

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The Industrial Revolution

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The American Civil War

Question 10

What was the main reason for Irish immigration to Texas?

Accepted Answer

Escape from poverty and famine

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Opportunity for higher education

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Better healthcare system

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Seeking political freedom

Question 11

What year did the United States complete the Louisiana Purchase?

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1803

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1789

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1776

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1865

Question 12

Which country sold the Louisiana Territory to the United States?

Accepted Answer

France

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Mexico

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Spain

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Great Britain

Question 13

Which president negotiated the Oregon Treaty with Great Britain?

Accepted Answer

James K. Polk

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Thomas Jefferson

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Abraham Lincoln

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George Washington

Question 14

What was the main cause of the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

Territorial disputes

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Religious differences

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Economic disagreements

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Political alliances

Question 15

Which U.S. president served during the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

James K. Polk

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Abraham Lincoln

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George Washington

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Thomas Jefferson

Question 16

What was the outcome of the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

Mexico ceded territory to the United States

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Both countries became allies

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The war ended in a stalemate

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Mexico annexed the United States

Question 17

Who commanded the United States Army during the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

General Zachary Taylor

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General Robert E. Lee

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General George Washington

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General Ulysses S. Grant

Question 18

What was President James K. Polk's viewpoint on Manifest Destiny?

Accepted Answer

He strongly supported it

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He had no opinion on it

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He thought it was unnecessary

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He was against it

Question 19

What was President James K. Polk's view on the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

He believed it was justified

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He had no opinion on the war

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He believed it was unnecessary

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He opposed the war

Question 20

How have German cultural centers influenced Texas?

Accepted Answer

By promoting German language and culture

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By introducing French language and culture

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By promoting Spanish language and culture

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By showcasing Italian language and culture

Question 21

What was the concept of 'Manifest Destiny' in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The belief that it was the mission of Americans to expand their territory across the continent

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The concept of shared sovereignty between the United States and Native American tribes

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The belief that the United States should establish colonies in South America

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The idea that the United States should annex Canada

Question 22

What is an example of a cultural influence that immigrants bring to their new country?

Accepted Answer

Language

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Religion

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Food

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Music

Question 23

Which territory did the United States acquire as a result of the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

Mexican Cession

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Gadsden Purchase

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Oregon Territory

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Louisiana Purchase

Question 24

Which famous phrase is often associated with Manifest Destiny?

Accepted Answer

Go West, Young Man

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E pluribus unum

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Give me liberty or give me death

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No taxation without representation

Question 25

What effect did Manifest Destiny have on the Mexican-American War?

Accepted Answer

It was a major cause of the war

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It caused the war to end in a stalemate

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It led to a peaceful resolution of the conflict

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It had no impact on the war

Question 26

Which war did Zachary Taylor serve in before becoming the 12th President of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Mexican-American War

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World War I

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American Revolutionary War

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Civil War

Question 27

Which region in Texas is characterized by mountain ranges, desert basins, and deep canyons?

Accepted Answer

Mountains and Basins

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Great Plains

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Coastal Plains

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North Central Plains

Question 28

Which region in Texas receives the highest amount of precipitation?

Accepted Answer

Gulf Coast

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Panhandle

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Hill Country

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Big Bend

Question 29

Which region in Texas has the lowest elevation?

Accepted Answer

Gulf Coastal Plains

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Great Plains

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North Central Plains

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Trans-Pecos

Question 30

What was the primary source of food for Plains Indians in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Buffalo

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Potatoes

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Corn

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Salmon

Question 31

According to legend, what was believed to be found in the fabled city of Cibola?

Accepted Answer

Seven cities of gold

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Precious gemstones

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Diamond mines

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Ancient artifacts

Question 32

Who led the Spanish expedition in search of Cibola in 1540?

Accepted Answer

Francisco Vazquez de Coronado

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Juan Ponce de León

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Christopher Columbus

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Hernando de Soto

Question 33

How did the Spanish missions impact the Native American population?

Accepted Answer

Decreased population due to disease, forced labor, and conflicts

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Increased population through access to healthcare and better living conditions

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Promotion of Native American cultural traditions and practices

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Enhanced social and political status for Native American tribes

Question 34

What was the main objective of the La Salle Expedition?

Accepted Answer

To establish a French colony in Texas

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To explore the Mississippi River

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To search for gold and silver

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To find a new trade route to Asia

Question 35

Why is Stephen F. Austin considered an important figure in Texas history?

Accepted Answer

He led the successful colonization of Texas by Anglo-American settlers.

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He discovered oil in Texas.

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He served as the first president of the Republic of Texas.

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He led the Mexican army to victory in the Texas Revolution.

Question 36

Which landforms were Texas settlements located near?

Accepted Answer

Rivers

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Deserts

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Oceans

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Mountains

Question 37

Which event marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

Accepted Answer

The Battle of Gonzales

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The Goliad Massacre

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The Siege of Bexar

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The Battle of the Alamo

Question 38

Who was the Mexican president during the Texas Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Antonio López de Santa Anna

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Porfirio Díaz

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Benito Juárez

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Vicente Guerrero

Question 39

Which battle resulted in a Texian victory and led to the capture of Santa Anna?

Accepted Answer

The Battle of San Jacinto

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The Battle of the Alamo

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The Battle of Goliad

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The Battle of Gonzales

Question 40

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Alamo?

Accepted Answer

Mexican victory

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Texian victory

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No clear winner

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Stalemate

Question 41

What was the main purpose of Manuel de Mier y Terán's mission to Texas?

Accepted Answer

To assess the loyalty of the Anglo-American settlers and strengthen Mexican control

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To establish trade relations with the United States

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To gather intelligence on potential British interference

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To negotiate a peace treaty with the Native American tribes in the area

Question 42

What event led to the implementation of the Law of April?

Accepted Answer

The Fredonian Rebellion

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The Mexican-American War

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The Battle of the Alamo

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The Goliad Massacre

Question 43

What impact did the Law of April have on American settlers in Mexican territory?

Accepted Answer

It led to tensions and contributed to the Texas Revolution

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It promoted peaceful relations and trade

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It resulted in the annexation of Texas by Mexico

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It granted them land rights and citizenship

Question 44

What was the outcome of the Fredonian Rebellion?

Accepted Answer

The rebels were quickly defeated and the rebellion collapsed

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The rebels successfully gained independence for Fredonia

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The rebellion led to a prolonged war

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The Mexican government granted the rebels their demands

Question 45

Which Native American tribe supported the Fredonian Rebellion?

Accepted Answer

Cherokees

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Apaches

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Comanches

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Caddo

Question 46

What role did Sam Houston play in the Texas Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Commander-in-chief

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President

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Secretary of State

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Governor

Question 47

What was one of Sam Houston's roles in the government of Texas?

Accepted Answer

President

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Mayor

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Sheriff

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Judge

Question 48

What was the slogan associated with Manifest Destiny?

Accepted Answer

Go West, Young Man

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Stay Put, Young Man

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Settle in the East, Young Man

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Retreat, Young Man

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