Matrilineal
a. device used to determine direction, latitude, and local time.
b. sailing ship capable of long-distance exploration
c. circular ceremonial roombuilt by the anasazi.
d. reliting to, based on, or tracing descent through the maternal life

one of the main reasons was definitely slavery. back in 1861, republican abraham lincoln was elected and ended up being a major influence in the slavery business. slavery greatly affected the texas economy because back in 1845 during the annexation of texas, slaves became a big part of the texas population. many texans that were in favor of the secession influenced groups through party ties.

the answer is "focused on"

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