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What event officially ended the Texas Revolution?
Battle of San Jacinto
Which city served as the capital of the Republic of Texas?
Austin
What year did Texas officially become a U.S. state?
1845
Who was the first elected president of the Republic of Texas?
Sam Houston
When are we taking the test on this unit?
Tomorrow
What was one reason Texas wanted to be annexed by the United States?
To receive military and financial support
Despite the risks, why did many Texans support annexation?
Economic stability and security
Which country refused to recognize Texas independence for many years?
Mexico
Texas entered the Union as what kind of state?
Slave State
Who win the College Football National Championship last night? (300 bonus if you guess the score right too)
University of Indiana 27-21
Who was president of the United States when Texas was annexed?
James K. Polk
Why was the United States hesitant to annex Texas at first?
Fear of war with Mexico
What was one major problem facing the Republic of Texas?
Heavy amounts of debt
Which document recognized Texas as an independent nation?
Treaty of Velasco
What are the 3 things you should always bring for class?
Pencil, journal, chromebook
Texas was the _ state to join the United States
28th
Which border dispute continued after Texas became a state?
Rio Grande and Nueces River
What major conflict resulted partly from Texas annexation?
Mexican-American War
What best describes Texas during the Republic period?
Texas was an independent nation with its own government
In athletics you may hear coach Aleman talk about the G3 motto. What does G3 stand for?
Grit Growth Greatness