Sam Houston's Second Term in Texas
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What was Sam Houston's primary goal during his second term as President of Texas?

  • To renegotiate the terms of Texas' independence
  • To annex Texas into the United States (correct)
  • To strengthen Texas' military defenses against Mexico
  • To reduce government debt and spending
  • How long was the presidential term in Texas at the time?

  • 2 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years
  • 3 years (correct)
  • Which of the following measures did Houston NOT take to reduce government spending during his second term?

  • Increasing taxes on citizens (correct)
  • Lowering the pay of government officials
  • Cutting his own pay in half
  • Cutting dozens of government jobs
  • According to the excerpt from Houston's letter, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>Both Texas and the United States needed each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary threat facing Texas during Houston's second term?

    <p>Potential conflict with Mexico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the final sentence in the passage?

    <p>To provide historical context about Houston's life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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