The Republic of Texas was not immediately annexed by the United States largely because of:
A) the fact that Texas would have to be admitted as a slave state.
B) the fear of Mexican anger and opposition.
C) fear that there were too many outlaws residing in the republic.
D) the isolationist policies of the Democratic Party.
Answer: A
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