Question

When did Texas gain statehood?

A) immediately after the Battle of the Alamo

B) one month after the Battle of San Jacinto

C) nine years after it became an independent republic

D) immediately following the Mexican-American War

Answer 1

c) nine years after it became an independent republic

Step-by-step explanation:

Texas declared independence from Mexico in March 1836, however, both major political parties in the us heavily opposed this idea; in 1843, president john Tyler began to pursue the idea of Texas statehood, and in March 1845; Tyler signed the annexation bill and on December 29, new president james k Polk signed the bill and Texas became the 28th American state