which 2 should be on texas’ side and which 2 should be on california’s side and which 1 should go in the middle? settlers attracted by free land. formerly part of mexico. ceded to the u.s in 1848. settlers attracted by gold. annexed by the u.s in 1845

Answer 1

Texas' side: settlers attracted by free land, formerly part of Mexico
California's side: settlers attracted by gold, annexed by the U.S. in 1845
In the middle: ceded to the U.S. in 1848