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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Houston was gravely concerned over which of the following?
(a) The border with Mexico.
(b) Traveling to Washington, DC.
(c) Establishing a government seat.
(d) Debt.

2. The legislation that caused the problem dealt with which of the following?
(a) Surveying.
(b) Indian rations.
(c) Political parties.
(d) Payment for services rendered.

3. What was the name of Houston's new drinking buddy and travel companion?
(a) Haralson.
(b) Henderson.
(c) Harrelson.
(d) Harley.

4. What was the name of the general commissioned by the Mexican government to survey Texas?
(a) Wilson.
(b) Garcia.
(c) Teran.
(d) Davis.

5. Houston was unforgiving because the man had wounded his _____.
(a) Intellect.
(b) Pride.
(c) Family.
(d) Honor.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Law of April 6, 1830 prohibited which of the following?

2. Houston rode to ____ to attempt to head off and halt the expedition team.

3. Who did Houston meet in this new town?

4. Many people wanted Santa Anna's head on a platter for his involvement in the massacre at the Alamo and at ______.

5. What word is used that means to estrange or push away?

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