Answer: In the late 1700s, Spanish-type character was being formed in Texas. Since Mexico and Texas formed part of the same Spanish colonies, but had contact with the Americans, a unique spirit was formed in Texas, influenced by Mexicans (mostly of Spanish origin) and giving Texas a special identity; even if the people of Texas later decided to annex to the United States, much of Texas's form was a mixture of Latin and American, giving Texas its distinctive names of cities, many of its traditional foods, house styles, and music.