Mexican-American War

Front

Which river is mentioned on the map?

Back

Rio Grande

Front

Why did Mexico consider the annexation of Texas an act of war?

Back

It was seen as a territorial invasion.

Front

Which river did Texas and the U.S. claim as the border with Mexico?

Back

The Rio Grande

Front

What should students do with the disputed zone on the map?

Back

Lightly shade it with a colored pencil

Front

What is Manifest Destiny?

Back

A belief in expanding democracy

Front

What was the outcome of the small battle in the Disputed Zone?

Back

The Americans lost

Front

Where did the Mexicans attack an American fort? Options: Palo Alto, Rio Grande, San Antonio, El Paso

Back

Rio Grande

Front

What reason did President Polk give for declaring war on Mexico?

Back

Mexico invaded Texas and killed American soldiers

Front

What did President Polk claim Mexico did to justify the war?

Back

Passed the boundary of the United States

Front

Where did the Mexican-American War start?

Back

Disputed Zone