Mexican American War

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

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

Why did President Polk say war needed to be declared in Mexico?

• To expand slavery into new territories

• To protect American citizens and property

• To spread democracy across the continent

• To establish Mexico as the 29th state

How did President Polk justify his decision to go to war with Mexico to Congress?

• By claiming Mexico had invaded American soil

• By stating Mexico had refused to pay its debts to the U.S.

• By arguing Mexico had violated the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• By declaring Mexico had attacked an American warship

What was Joshua Giddings' stance on slavery expansion?

• He supported it

• He had no opinion

• He was against it

• He was neutral

In response to President Polk's message, what did Joshua Giddings accuse the president of doing.

• Supporting slavery

• Betraying the country

• Expanding westward

• Violating the constitution and misusing his authority

Where did most of the fighting during the Mexican American War take place?

• California

• Texas

• Mexico

• Florida

The Mexican American War ended with the capture of which major city?

• Mexico City

• Los Angeles

• San Antonio

• San Francisco

Which treaty ended the Mexican American War?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Amarillo

• Treaty of San Jacinto

What state was NOT part of the land obtained by the United States post the Mexican American War?

• Texas

• New Mexico

• Oregon

• California