Historia de Texas

After gaining independence from ______ in 1821, Mexico inherited a large, sparsely populated territory in the north, including Texas.

Texas was vulnerable to ______ attacks (primarily by the Comanche) and potential incursions from the ______.

The most important rivers for early settlers were the ______, ______, and Rio Grande, which provided water for ______ and transportation.

Droughts made ______ difficult and isolated settlers faced challenges communicating with the ______ government.

Incentives for Settlers: Each family could receive up to ______ acres of land for farming and ranching.

Tax Exemptions: Settlers were exempt from paying ______ for up to 10 years.

Conditions for Settlers: They had to become ______ citizens, swear allegiance to the government, and convert to ______.

After adopting the ______ Constitution, Mexico passed a new colonization law.

Texas was merged with ______, forming the state of Coahuila y Tejas.

Impact on Empresarios: They had to deal with delays in securing land titles due to the slow Mexican ______, frustrating settlers and causing tension.