Chapter 12

Question 1

Reasons why the U.S. originally opposed annexation of Texas.

Answer 1

It would crush their relation with Mexico, and it was a slave state.

Question 2

Importance of politics recognition for the Republic of Texas.

Answer 2

It would be easier to join the U.S. was recognized as an independent nation.

Question 3

Importance of Sam Houston in the Texas Republic.

Answer 3

Decreased size of army, worked for annexation, tried to help natives, reduced budget, persuaded regulators and moderators to end their feud.

Question 4

Importance of Mirabeau Lamar in the Texas Republic.

Answer 4

Set aside land for schools, campaign against natives, rebuilt navy, increased the debt, against annexation of Texas, and created a permanent capital.

Question 5

Role of Anson Jones in the Texas Republic.

Answer 5

President of republic when Texas became a state

Question 6

Sam Houston and Lamar’s view on Native Americans

Answer 6

Sam Houston wanted to help natives become citizens, and Lamar wanted them to get out of Texas.

Question 7

Role of Texas Rangers during Republic

Answer 7

Native American raids decreased after ordered to patrol central Texas

Question 8

Definition of Annexation

Answer 8

To incorporate into a country or territory into another country or territory.