Texas Annexation Flashcard

Texas Annexation Flashcard

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Social Studies

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was one of the primary reasons that the Republic of Texas sought annexation by the United States?

Back

To gain protection from potential threats, particularly from Mexico, and stabilize their economy.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which event directly preceded the annexation of Texas by the United States? Options: Texas Revolution, Mexican-American War, Signing of the Texas Annexation Treaty, Louisiana Purchase

Back

Signing of the Texas Annexation Treaty

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What year was Texas annexed to the US, becoming a state?

Back

1845

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The United States government was hesitant to add Texas to the United States for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: the Republic had many debts, Texas still struggled with Mexico, the Republic of Texas allowed slavery.

Back

the population of Texas was too large

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was the president of the United States when Texas was annexed?

Back

James K. Polk

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

True or False: The annexation of Texas was widely supported by all U.S. citizens at the time.

Back

False

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

True or False: The Republic of Texas was an independent nation before it was annexed by the United States.

Back

True

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