Mexican American War Doc C

Whose point of view is held by the author of this document?

• France

• Mexico

• USA

• Britain

How did the Mexican government feel about the annexation of Texas by the USA?

• They were glad Texas was gone.

• They did not like it and thought Texas was stolen from them.

• They made a lot of money from it so it was not a big deal.

• Texas was never theirs to begin with.

According to the author, why did the Mexican force attack American troops when they arrived at the Rio Grande River?

• Mexico did not mean to attack the troops.

• Mexico wanted to start a war.

• Mexico did not know they were American troops.

• Mexico viewed it as an invasion of their territory and were trying to protect it.

Based on the information in Document C, do you believe the United States was justified in going to war with Mexico?

• Yes

• No

Based on your answer to the last poll question, describe 1 reason why you believe America was/was not justified in going to war with Mexico.