Answer: Mexico's claim to Texas stood in the way of American expansion to the Pacific Ocean
Explanation: Took the test
<span>The state constitutions allowed for civil liberties, a separation of powers (so one branch could not become too powerful compared to the others), checks and balances (for the same reason), and limited government.</span>
It was "James Watt" who invented the piston-driven steam engines that powered all kinds of machines in the Industrial Revolution, since this greatly increased production rates and efficiency.
The right to due process of the law is part of the 5th amendment.
I believe it is D with a strong navy to protect international trade
