Explain how public debt became an issue prior to the annexation of Texas. explain why you chose one of these answers (1 point)
Responses:
Texas started off in debt and continued by taking loans and printing more money to make ends meet.
Texas started off in debt and continued by taking loans and printing more money to make ends meet.
Texas owed Mexico a lot of money for allowing Texas to break free.
Texas owed Mexico a lot of money for allowing Texas to break free.
Texas received a charter to open a bank prior to the start of the Texas Revolution, which created more debt for the state.
Texas received a charter to open a bank prior to the start of the Texas Revolution, which created more debt for the state.
Texas traded land for money owed with the Compromise of 1850, leaving it with less land to trade to get out of debt.
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Explain how public debt became an issue prior to the annexation of Texas.(1 point)
Responses
Texas started off in debt and continued by taking loans and printing more money to make ends meet.
Texas started off in debt and continued by taking loans and printing more money to make ends meet.
Texas owed Mexico a lot of money for allowing Texas to break free.
Texas owed Mexico a lot of money for allowing Texas to break free.
Texas received a charter to open a bank prior to the start of the Texas Revolution, which created more debt for the state.
Texas received a charter to open a bank prior to the start of the Texas Revolution, which created more debt for the state.
Texas traded land for money owed with the Compromise of 1850, leaving it with less land to trade to get out of debt.
The correct answer is: Texas started off in debt and continued by taking loans and printing more money to make ends meet.
Prior to the annexation of Texas, the state faced significant financial challenges. Texas had inherited debt from its time as a part of Mexico, including obligations to repay Mexico for allowing Texas to break free. Additionally, Texas was burdened with debts incurred during its struggle for independence from Mexico.
To meet its financial obligations and fund government operations, Texas resorted to taking loans from various sources. However, these loans were not enough to cover all expenses, leading to the state government resorting to printing more money. With an increased money supply and limited backing, this led to inflation and loss of value in the currency.
The issuance of more money and accumulation of debt deepened Texas's financial crisis. The state faced challenges in managing its financial affairs, paying off its debts, and maintaining a stable economy. These issues contributed to the overall economic instability in Texas prior to its annexation into the United States.
Which of the following explains why national security was an issue in the annexation between Texas and the U.S.?(1 point)
Responses
Mexico agreed that the border of Texas was the Rio Grande, as the Treaty of Velasco stated.
Mexico agreed that the border of Texas was the Rio Grande, as the Treaty of Velasco stated.
Mexico thought that Santa Anna signed the Treaty of Velasco of his own free will.
Mexico thought that Santa Anna signed the Treaty of Velasco of his own free will.
Rangers moved to Texas to protect against an uprising if Mexico tried to rebel.
Rangers moved to Texas to protect against an uprising if Mexico tried to rebel.
Mexico did not agree to the validity of the Treaty of Velasco after the Texas Revolution.
The correct answer is: Mexico did not agree to the validity of the Treaty of Velasco after the Texas Revolution.
The issue of national security in the annexation between Texas and the United States stemmed from Mexico's refusal to recognize the validity of the Treaty of Velasco. This treaty, signed in 1836, established the terms for the end of the Texas Revolution and recognized Texas as an independent nation.
According to the Treaty of Velasco, the border between Texas and Mexico was defined as the Rio Grande. However, Mexico disputed this border and claimed that the Nueces River further north was the actual boundary. This disagreement over the border created a significant security concern.
As Texas sought annexation into the United States, Mexico's refusal to accept the border defined in the Treaty of Velasco heightened tensions and posed a potential security threat. The disputed border region between the Rio Grande and the Nueces River became a volatile area, with both Mexico and Texas claiming authority over it.
This issue of national security was a crucial factor in the annexation process, as the United States had to consider the potential conflict with Mexico, defend its new territory, and ensure the safety and security of the Texas population.
The correct answer is: Texas traded land for money owed with the Compromise of 1850, leaving it with less land to trade to get out of debt.
Prior to the annexation of Texas, public debt became an issue due to the Compromise of 1850. Texas had accumulated a significant amount of debt, and in order to address this, they entered into an agreement known as the Compromise of 1850. Under this agreement, Texas agreed to give up its claims to vast territories in exchange for the assumption of its public debt by the United States government.
By trading away land to settle its debts, Texas was left with less valuable land to use as a bargaining chip in future negotiations to alleviate its debt burden. This situation further complicated Texas' financial situation and limited its ability to address its debt through land transactions. Therefore, the Compromise of 1850 played a significant role in exacerbating Texas' public debt problem prior to its annexation.