Question

6 multiple choice 1 point
why did many americans initially oppose the annexation of texas?
○ they did not want to add another slave state to the country.
○ they knew texas wanted to remain part of mexico.
○ they feared texas was too small to be a state.
○ they believed texas had no natural resources that would benefit the us.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: During the time of Texas annexation, the issue of slavery and the balance between slave and free states was a major concern. Adding Texas as a slave state would upset this balance, so many opposed it for this reason.
• Option 2: Texas had fought for independence from Mexico and sought annexation by the US, so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Texas was large in area, so the concern about its size being too small is unfounded.
• Option 4: Texas had natural resources, and this was not a primary reason for opposition.

Answer:

A. They did not want to add another slave state to the country.