One of the Most Contentious Issues That Was Debated Diplomatically

question 21

Multiple Choice

One of the most contentious issues that was debated diplomatically between the Americans and the Mexicans before the outbreak of the Mexican War was

• A) whether Texas could legally separate from Mexico.
• B) what geographical landmark should serve as the true border between Mexico and Texas.
• C) whether Mexico would allow Texas to be annexed by the United States.
• D) whether Texas was worth fighting for.
• E) how much the United States should pay Mexico for the loss of its Texas territory.

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