Mexican-American War

Which conflict was the United States drawn into due to President James K. Polk's desire to expand US territory?

• the Civil War

• the War of 1812

• the Mexican-American War

• the Spanish-American War

What treaty ended the Mexican-American War?

• the Treaty of Madrid

• the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• the Treaty of Paris of 1848

• the Treaty of Versailles

At the close of the Mexican-American War, what territory did the United States receive?

• Nebraska

• California

• Oregon

• Arkansas

Who was the President of the United States during the Mexican American war?

• A. Jackson
• J. Polk
• M. Fillmore
• A. Lincoln

Which side of the Mexican-American War had more troops in battle?

• Mexico

• United States

Which military general got his start in the Mexican-American War?

• Robert E. Lee

• George Washington

• George S. Patton

• John J. Pershing

Congress declared war on Mexico in what year?

• 1845

• 1846

• 1847

• 1900

The Battle of San Gabriel took place in which state?

• Arizona

• Utah

• California

• New Mexico

The Battle of San Pascual took place in which Month/Year?

• September 1814

• December 1846

• August 1845

• January 1847

U.S. captured Monterey in which Month/Year?

• July 1846

• December 1845

• June 1845

• January 1847