Texas settlers won independence from Mexico in 1836. Their new leaders
aspired to have Texas join the United
States. Presidents Andrew Jackson
and then Martin Van Buren resisted
such calls, however. They wanted to
avoid war with Mexico over the
territory. They also faced political
opposition from anti-slavery groups.
These groups believed calls for
annexation were part of an effort to
expand slavery into Texas.
Which phrase from the paragraph helps the reader
understand the meaning of "annexation"?
A
won independence
B.
join the United States
С
wanted to avoid war
D
faced political opposition