Question

Why did the Mexican government pass a law stating no more Americans would be allowed to settle in Texas?

A) The Americans started to many wars with the Native Americans living in the area.
B) They feared the Americans would try to make Texas a part of the United States.
C) The area was becoming too crowded and they were polluting the water.
D) The Americans refused to pay the Mexican government taxes.

Answer 1

The Mexican government passed a law stating no more Americans would be allowed to settle in Texas because they feared the Americans would try to make Texas a part of the United States.

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

After the growing tensions between the United States government and the Mexican government, the Mexican government that had earlier prompted and motivated settlers from America to come and settle in Texas preferred making a law to stop the inflow of Americans. This was because the Mexican had sensed the possibility of a revolt.