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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what years did Mexico become a federal republic?
(a) 1824.
(b) 1827.
(c) 1822.
(d) 1826.

2. What was the first name of Houston's father?
(a) Roger.
(b) Andrew.
(c) Samuel.
(d) Benjamin.

3. How long did it take Houston to get his license?
(a) 9 months.
(b) 12 months.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 3 months.

4. Houston became concerned regarding the territory known as ______.
(a) New Mexico.
(b) Utah.
(c) Oregon.
(d) Iowa.

5. The Compromise of 1850 was presented by which political heavyweight?
(a) Monroe.
(b) Polk.
(c) Clay.
(d) Tyler.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of Houston's new drinking buddy and travel companion?

2. What famous act was passed in 1825 by the Mexican government?

3. What item did Houston begin to carry with him in town?

4. What was the name of Jackson's wife?

5. What was the name of the act that determined slavery should be forbidden in any state taken from Mexico?

(see the answer key)

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