Mexican-American War Quiz

When did Mexico gain its independence from Spain?

• 1847

• 1821

• 1830

• 1846

What was the main cause of internal struggles in Mexico after gaining independence?

• Threat of invasion by Spanish forces

• Lack of established plans or guidelines

• Emerging internal rebellions

• Lack of funds

Which region rebelled and gained independence from Mexico?

• Texas

• Louisiana

• New Mexico

• California

Why did the United States initially decline to incorporate Texas into the Union?

• Northern political interests were against the addition of a new slave state

• Texas did not meet the requirements for statehood

• Texas was not interested in joining the Union

• Mexico threatened war if Texas was annexed

Who instigated the conflict between the United States and Mexico?

• Stephen Watts Kearny

• Zachary Taylor

• James K. Polk

• Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana

Which city did the United States capture first during the Mexican-American War?

• Los Angeles

• Monterrey

• Mexico City

• Veracruz

What was the outcome of the Battle of Cerro Gordo?

• Stalemate

• Mexican victory

• American victory

• Armistice

Who became the military governor of occupied Mexico City?

• Stephen Watts Kearny

• Zachary Taylor

• Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana

• Winfield Scott

What did the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo give to the United States?

• Control of Texas and California

• Control of California and Arizona

• Control of New Mexico and Arizona

• Control of Texas and New Mexico

What was the main reason for the low cost of the Mexican Cession to the United States?

• The United States offered a fair price

• The United States threatened military action

• The areas were sparsely populated

• Mexico wanted to sell the land quickly