The Battle of the Alamo was significant in the Mexican-American War because ________.
A. it was a strategically important place for the Mexicans in defending invading American forces.
B. it was a loss for the Americans, but the loss inspired the American forces to avenge the deaths of the American lives there.
C. it was an overwhelming success for Stephen Austin and William Travis.
D. the United States gave up the quest for Texas.
Answer: B. it was a loss for the Americans, but the loss inspired the American forces to avenge the deaths of the American lives there.
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