5. What happened in Texas immediately after Mexico gained its independence from Spain in 1821? a. Texas seceded from the United States
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b. Many United States citizens settled in Texas.
A
c. Texas petitioned the United States for statehood.
d. Mexico and the United States fought a war over the Texas border.
B
С
D
6. What was a major cause of disagreement between Texas and Mexico prior to Texas's independence?
a. Mexican leaders considered selling Texas land to Spain.
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b. Texas businessmen encouraged the growth of illegal mining in Mexico.
c Texas leaders disliked being merged with Coahuila to form one Mexican state.
A
B
С
D
E
d. Mexican citizens failed to support the removal of Native American tribes from Texas.