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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. This move caused Houston to become what is known as a ______.
(a) Dodo bird.
(b) Has been.
(c) Wash out.
(d) Lame duck.

2. What was the length of Houston's term as president?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 3 years.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 4 years.

3. The government repealed the Missouri Compromise of 1821 which set _______ regarding slavery.
(a) Guidelines.
(b) Ultimatums.
(c) Laws.
(d) Geographical limits.

4. In what year did Houston die?
(a) 1869.
(b) 1874.
(c) 1863.
(d) 1872.

5. Who questioned Houston's loyalties?
(a) Jackson.
(b) Cherokee.
(c) Austin.
(d) Margaret.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where were the treaties signed?

2. Who served as Texas' minister to Washington?

3. Where did Houston travel to promote the land development?

4. Houston was forced to take a stance on slavery. Houston's political position was _____.

5. Which of the following was not a candidate for the Texas presidency?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why was Houston against the Act in principle?

2. An election was called. Who were the running mates? How was Houston involved? Who won the race?

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

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

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

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

7. Which policies of Houston's would further alienate his constituents and make him unpopular in Texas?

8. What were some of the reasons Houston wanted to reestablish Houston as the capital city? What confrontation took place due to the decision?

9. Discuss some of Houston's extracurricular activities away from the political landscape of Texas government.

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

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