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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Texas Admission Act was passed in which year?
(a) 1848.
(b) 1850.
(c) 1846.
(d) 1845.

2. Who served as Texas' minister to Washington?
(a) Smith.
(b) Van Zandt.
(c) Upshur.
(d) Tyler.

3. What was the name of the young woman Houston met while on this trip?
(a) Margaret.
(b) Tiana.
(c) Elizabeth.
(d) Beatrice.

4. Houston believed that his latest plan would reduce hostilities from the Indians beginning in which year?
(a) 1858.
(b) 1859.
(c) 1860.
(d) 1862.

5. Houston was also outraged at the way the ______ had been treated.
(a) Mexicans.
(b) Immigrants.
(c) Indians.
(d) Squatters.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the city of Houston became a dangerous place, Houston moved his family to which location?

2. In regards to Indian relations, Houston implemented a plan to set up ranger stations and ______.

3. Where were the treaties signed?

4. In 1862, after U.S. forces took over Houston's new area of residence, Houston moved his family to _____.

5. What was the name of the Commodore in charge of the Texas navy?

Short Essay Questions

1. There were two major actions taken by the Texas government at this time regarding property and fiscal debt. What were those actions?

2. Discuss Santa Anna's invasion of San Antonio. What step did Congress take next?

3. What was the opinion of John Calhoun regarding annexation and slavery?

4. Name at least two major issues confronting Houston in his new role as president.

5. Discuss at least one of the main issues faced by Houston after he was elected to the Senate.

6. Explain some of the issues Houston had with Lamar's behavior and government policies.

7. Why did Houston leave Texas at this time? What did he find when he returned?

8. The death of Abel Upshur was a hard hit for Houston's annexation plan. Who was Upshur?

9. Explain the position of the United States government regarding statehood for Texas.

10. Who were the Know-Nothings? What was their core belief? How did Houston view the party?

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