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The Law of April 6, 1830, abolished slavery in Texas.
The Law of April 6, 1830, abolished slavery in Texas.
A large number of settlers in Texas came from the U.S.
A large number of settlers in Texas came from the U.S.
Texas believed states should be able to make decisions for themselves.
Texas believed states should be able to make decisions for themselves.
The British wanted Texas to abolish slavery.
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The best explanation for why Texas decided to secede from the Union is:
Texas believed states should be able to make decisions for themselves.
This reflects the broader context of states' rights and the desire for autonomy that motivated Texas and many other Southern states to secede.
