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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What derogatory nickname was given to Houston by the Cherokee?
(a) Lying Thief.
(b) Big Drunk.
(c) Drunken Slob.
(d) Foolish Man.

2. What was the name of Houston's young wife?
(a) Susan.
(b) Eliza.
(c) Mary.
(d) Anne.

3. What was the name of the Commodore in charge of the Texas navy?
(a) Moore.
(b) Johnson.
(c) Davis.
(d) Irwin.

4. The United States finally recognized Texas as a_____.
(a) State.
(b) Major contributor.
(c) Nation.
(d) Force to be reckoned with.

5. Who lived fairly close to Houston at this time?
(a) Jackson.
(b) Turnbull.
(c) Trimble.
(d) Calhoun.

Short Answer Questions

1. The challenge came via a:

2. Houston was asked to meet with the leader of which tribe?

3. Which man was one of the leading forces in creating this act?

4. In what year was Houston elected to the House of Representatives?

5. Who was the representative of the "Peace Party?"

(see the answer key)

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