Question

Which statement best describes one result of population growth in Texas during early statehood?

A. New cities grew in the North and East of the State

B. New settlers experienced little conflict with Indians

C. U.S. troops were posted in fort along the Rio Grande

D. Population in rural areas grew faster than urban areas

Answer 1

The correct answer is D) "Population in rural areas grew faster than urban areas".

After the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, where Mexico ultimately gave the US control of Texas in exchange for an economic compensation, the border between both countries was established at the Rio Grande.

This finally paved the way for immigrants to come to Texas and settle in the lands where cotton production was possible, resulting in a rapid growth of rural populations.