Question

1. why did mexico’s plan for anglos to settle the area of texas not work?

1. why wasn’t santa anna’s defeat of rebellious texans at the alamo a complete victory for mexico?

1. why did france send troops to mexico after the war between mexico and the united states ended?

1. why do you think benito juárez’s vision for reform in mexico did not last?

Explanation:

Question 22

Mexico wanted Anglos (primarily Americans) to settle Texas to populate and develop the region, but the Anglos brought their own culture, laws, and loyalty to the US. They outnumbered Mexicans, ignored Mexican laws (like abolishing slavery), and sought independence, leading to conflict (Texas Revolution).

The Alamo was a military victory for Mexico (they defeated the Texans), but the heroic defense of the Alamo by Texans (like Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie) inspired a surge of support for the Texas Revolution. It became a rallying cry ("Remember the Alamo!") that motivated more Texans and US volunteers to join the fight, ultimately leading to Mexico’s defeat in the war for Texas independence.

After the Mexican - American War (1846 - 1848), Mexico was financially devastated (lost half its territory and had war debts). When Mexico suspended debt payments to France, France (under Napoleon III) used this as a pretext to send troops in 1861, aiming to establish a puppet regime (Maximilian’s empire) to secure debt repayment and expand influence in the Americas.

Answer:

Mexico’s plan failed because the Anglo settlers (mostly Americans) had different cultural, legal, and political loyalties (e.g., kept slavery, sought self - rule), leading to tensions and eventually the Texas Revolution as they pushed for independence from Mexican rule.

Question 23