Which best explains the role of Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna in the Texas Revolution? A. As a Mexican general, he forced his government to negotiate with the Texans.
B. As ruler of Mexico, he delayed the independence of Texas by more than 30 years
C. As leader of Mexico, he recognized the independence of Texas to avoid any fighting there
D. As dictator of Mexico, he vowed to punish the Texan rebels for their attempts at independence