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The war with Mexico began with:

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a border dispute in Texas

Front

What did the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, the annexation of Texas in 1845, and the Mexican War of 1846 have in common?

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They increased the territory of the United States.

Front

Name the general and dictator of Mexico.

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Santa Ana

Front

Name the battle in which Santa Ana surrendered and officially gave Texas to the Americans? Options: Battle of Gonzales, Grass Fight, Battle of San Jacinto, Battle of Coleto

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Battle of San Jacinto

Front

Which of the following events took place during the Texas Revolution? Options: Council House Fight, Siege of the Alamo, Sam Houston Elected, Texas Annexation

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Siege of the Alamo

Front

Why was the Alamo a turning point in the revolution?

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It inspired others to join the fight for Texas Independence.

Front

What was the Texans' motto at the Battle of Gonzales?

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“Come and Take It”

Front

Mexico argued that the Texas border was the Nueces River, while the U.S. believed it was the ________ river.

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Rio Grande

Front

U.S. citizens believed it was their God-Given fate to travel westward, which they titled what?

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Manifest Destiny

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Which of these was NOT a cause for the Mexican American War? Options: Texas Annexation, Manifest Destiny, Texas/Mexico Border, Personal grudge held by President Polk

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Personal grudge held by President Polk