Mexican-American War Quiz

When did the Mexican-American War take place?

• 1846-1848

• 1821-1823

• 1898-1901

• 1861-1865

Which river did Mexico claim as the border of Texas?

• Mississippi River

• Nueces River

• Colorado River

• Ohio River

Who led the American troops in the Mexican-American War?

• General Winfield Scott

• Sam Houston

• General Zachary Taylor

• General Santa Anna

Which city did the American troops capture in August 1847?

• Monterrey

• Palo Alto

• Buena Vista

• Mexico City

What was the name of the peace treaty that ended the Mexican-American War?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Versailles

How much did the United States pay Mexico for the Mexican Cession?

• $5 million

• $10 million

• $15 million

• $20 million

What was the main cause of the Mexican-American War?

• Dispute over the border of Texas

• Trade disagreements

• Religious differences

• Political instability in Mexico

What was the result of the Mexican-American War for the United States?

• Loss of territory

• Gain of territory

• No change in territory

• Political instability

Who was the President of the United States during the Mexican-American War?

• Abraham Lincoln

• James K. Polk

• Andrew Jackson

• George Washington