Question

part 2: short answer

1. why was sam houston worried about spending too much money in the republic of texas?

1. why did many texans disagree with houston’s native american policies?

1. how did houston’s leadership help keep texas safe during its early years?

part 3: matching
match each item to the correct description.
a. debt
b. treaties
c. san jacinto
d. texas rangers

1. ___ agreements made to keep peace with native american tribes

1. ___ a military group organized to protect texas settlers

1. ___ what the republic of texas struggled with after the revolution

1. ___ the battle that helped texas win independence

Explanation:

Part 2: Short Answer (Question 5 as an example, others follow similar historical analysis)

The Republic of Texas had financial struggles post - revolution. Sam Houston was worried that excessive spending would increase the already large debt, as the new republic had limited revenue sources and was also dealing with potential threats from Mexico and Native American tribes, so financial stability was crucial for its survival.

Treaties are formal agreements. In the context of Native American tribes, treaties were made to establish peace. So the item "Treaties" (B) matches the description "Agreements made to keep peace with Native American tribes".

The Texas Rangers were a military - like group whose main purpose was to protect Texas settlers from various threats, including those from Native Americans and outlaws. So the item "Texas Rangers" (D) matches the description "A military group organized to protect Texas settlers".

Answer:

Sam Houston was worried that excessive spending would increase the Republic of Texas's debt, as the new republic had limited funds and faced external threats, so financial prudence was needed for its survival.

Part 3: Matching

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