What did Sam Houston do to motivate the United States to recognize Texas independence? a.
Houston negotiated with Mexico to get the Mexican congress to declare Texas independent.
b.
Houston fostered a strong trade relationship with Great Britain which made the U. S. think Britain may have its eye on Texas.
c.
Houston invited Andrew Jackson to live in Texas for a year to see what it was like.
d.
Houston threatened to invade the U. S. if it refused to recognize Texas.