What was the approximate total population of Texas when it was established as the republic of Texas? A) 2,000
B) 20,000
C)35,000
D)215,000

Part a: which statement identifies the central idea of the text? a: the north was more powerful than the south and was always going to be the victor of the civil war. b: despite the obvious strength of the north, the outcome of the war was unpredictable at the time. c: the united states underestimated the strength of the south, giving it the upper hand. answer !