Republic of Texas Problems
This was a major financial problem the Republic of Texas faced.
Heavy Debt
This leader believed Texas should join the United States.
Sam Houston
This conflict involved peace talks breaking down between Texans and Comanches.
Council House Fight
Annexation means this.
To join another country
One cause of the U.S.–Mexico War was this.
Texas becoming part of the United States or disagreement on the location of the southern border
This country continued to threaten Texas after independence.
Mexico
This leader believed Texas should stay independent and expand west.
Mirabeau Lamar
Why did conflicts during the Republic era matter
They increased violence and instability in Texas
Name one reason Texans supported annexation.
Protection from Mexico or help with debt
This treaty ended the U.S.–Mexico War.
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Why was debt such a serious problem for the Republic of Texas?
Made it hard to pay soldiers, run the government, and stay stable and service citizen needs.
How were Houston and Lamar’s ideas different?
Houston supported annexation and peace, while Lamar supported independence and expansion
Explain why the Council House Fight was important.
The Council House Fight destroyed trust and led to more violence.
Why did annexation appeal to Texans facing problems?
United States could provide stability, money, and military protection
Name one change in Texas after becoming a state.
Population growth, expansion of slavery, or economic growth
Name one additional challenge besides debt that made the Republic unstable.
Conflicts with Mexico or conflicts with Native American tribes
Which leader’s ideas led to more conflict with Native Americans?
M. Lamar
These conflicts made it harder for Texas to remain independent.
Conflicts with Mexico and Native American tribes
Name one concern about annexation.
It could lead to war with Mexico or increase slavery debates
How did early statehood change Texas overall?
Texas grew in population, became more stable, and expanded its economy