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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Houston was forced to flee to the ________ earning him mockery from the new president.
(a) Gulf of Mexico.
(b) Pacific Ocean.
(c) Colorado River.
(d) Cold Creek River.

2. What was the name of the other party involved in the questionable legislation?
(a) Anderson.
(b) Eaton.
(c) Henderson.
(d) Milton.

3. What was the first name of Houston's grandfather?
(a) Samuel.
(b) John.
(c) Richard.
(d) William.

4. Who was the governor of Texas during this time period?
(a) Austin.
(b) Houston.
(c) Smith.
(d) Bowie.

5. What did Houston do when he met the Congressman face to face?
(a) Punched him in the face.
(b) Bought him a drink.
(c) Caned him.
(d) Apologized.

Short Answer Questions

1. The provisional government was upset with Houston and believed he was being ____.

2. Houston settled near which river?

3. What is the name of the town in which Houston opened a school?

4. Sam Houston became friends with _____, a future president.

5. What was the name of the woman with whom Houston had a secret relationship?

(see the answer key)

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