Which of the following actions taken by Sam Houston demonstrates his strong leadership qualities? a
he established the first and most successful Anglo colony in Texas.
b
he led the Texan forces to an overwhelming victory at the Battle of San Jacinto
c
he fought to the last man at the Alamo
d
he wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence

Correct answer is b. he led the Texan forces to an overwhelming victory at the Battle of San Jacinto.

Explanation:

A is not correct as colonies here were a long time before 19th Century when Houston was living.

B is correct as in one of the shortest, but also the most important battle he destroyed the army of Santa Ana.

C is not correct as he did not participate in this battle. Travis and Crockett were leading their man in that battle.

D is not correct as the Committee of five wrote it. Houston was not in this committee.

a.   it resulted in widespread unemployment.