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What was Sam Houston's main goal during his second term as president of Texas?
What was Sam Houston's main goal during his second term as president of Texas?
- To reduce government debt and spending
- To increase the size of the Texas army
- To annex Texas to the United States (correct)
- To negotiate a peace treaty with Mexico
Why did Sam Houston want Texas to join the United States?
Why did Sam Houston want Texas to join the United States?
- To gain access to the United States' natural resources
- To increase trade opportunities with other states
- To gain more political power within the United States
- To be protected by the United States Army from Mexico (correct)
What actions did Sam Houston take to reduce government spending during his second term?
What actions did Sam Houston take to reduce government spending during his second term?
- He increased the size of the Texas army
- He borrowed more money from other countries
- He cut dozens of government jobs and lowered the pay of government officials (correct)
- He increased taxes on citizens
According to the excerpt from Houston's letter, what would be a great hazard for the United States?
According to the excerpt from Houston's letter, what would be a great hazard for the United States?
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What was the purpose of Sam Houston's letter to Andrew Jackson?
What was the purpose of Sam Houston's letter to Andrew Jackson?
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What is the term length for the president of Texas mentioned in the text?
What is the term length for the president of Texas mentioned in the text?
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