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Student answers will vary. Student responses should reflect an understanding of which part of the negotiations is being referenced and a thoughtful reflection of their opinion which may reflect historical knowledge, an understanding of negotiations, and /or moral or ethical beliefs. Sample student response: Many Texans were angry that the Treaty provided that Santa Anna would be allowed to live and return to Mexico. They wanted revenge for the hundreds of Texans ruthlessly slaughtered under his command at the Alamo and Goliad. I agree that Santa Anna should not have been permitted to live after commanding such ruthless slaughters of Texans. For example, the people at Goliad were told they would be released if they cooperated but they were massacred. He was not a good leader for the Mexican people either and had a history of false promises and poor relationships. or I agree with the decision made at the negotiations to allow a Santa Anna to live and return to Mexico. The Texans needed Santa Ann to follow through with his agreement to make sure Mexico recognized Texas as a free republic and set the border at the Rio Grande.