Mexican American War Notes

Multiple Choice

What event led to hostilities between Mexico and America?

• The annexation of California

• The annexation of Oregon

• The annexation of Texas

• The annexation of Florida

Multiple Choice

Why did President Polk send troops to the disputed territory in Texas?

• To prevent a potential attack from Mexico

• To establish an independent republic in the territory

• To negotiate a peaceful resolution with Mexico

• To explore the region for valuable resources

Multiple Choice

Which treaty ended the Mexican American War?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Amarillo

• Treaty of San Jacinto

Multiple Choice

What was the key campaign promise of the President related to territorial expansion?

• Oregon Trail

• Monroe Doctrine

• Louisiana Purchase

• Manifest Destiny

Multiple Choice

This image represents what key concept:

• Big Stick Diplomacy

• Rugged Individualism

• Manifest Destiny

• Social Darwinism

Multiple Choice

The Mexican American War ended with which of the following treaties, which took away half of Mexico's land:

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Velasco