The Road to Statehood: Why Texas Joined the Union Lesson

Multiple Choice

What were some of the major conflicts that influenced Texas's decision to join the United States?

• Conflicts with Mexico, Native populations, and debates over slavery

• Economic opportunities in California

• Desire for independence from the United States

• Discovery of oil in Texas

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a reason Texans feared Mexico would invade again after 1842?

• Mexico never recognized the Treaty of Velasco

• The U.S. Army was stationed in Texas

• Texas had a strong navy

• Mexico considered Texas a loyal province and ally

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were the Native American groups that controlled land claimed in the Republic of Texas.

Multiple Select

What were three major reasons Texas annexed with the U.S.?

• balance of slavery

• freedom of religion

• conflict with natives

• disagreements with Mexico

• ocean front property