The correct response is: The Mexican government gave him a land grant.
Stephen Austin was able to establish a colony in Mexican territory because he received a land grant from the Mexican government, allowing him to bring settlers to Texas.
Why was Stephen Austin able to establish a colony in Mexican territory?
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The Mexican government gave him a land grant.
The Mexican government gave him a land grant.
He claimed the land for himself.
He claimed the land for himself.
The U.S. government gave him an exemption.
The U.S. government gave him an exemption.
The local farmers were generous.
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