What triggered the conflict between Mexico and the United States in 1846?

Border skirmishes along the Rio Grande

Political alliances with European powers

Disagreements over naval blockades

Which present-day states were affected by the Mexican-American War?

California, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico

New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan

Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Alabama

Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming

Why did antislavery leaders in Congress object to the annexation of Texas in the 19th century?

Because it would increase the power of the slave states

Due to economic concerns unrelated to slavery

Because it would lead to immediate war with Mexico

Due to the climate not being suitable for plantation agriculture

What was a significant reason President John Tyler pushed for the annexation of Texas?

To expand the territory where slavery was legal.

To strengthen the United States' military position.

To improve trade relations with Mexico.

To encourage westward expansion among settlers.

What was the primary objective of President James K. Polk when he dispatched General Zachary Taylor's forces to a contentious border area?

To provoke Mexico into starting a war.

To incite a conflict with Canada.

To secure the annexation of Texas.

To challenge British territorial claims.

What was a key focus of the United States to successfully execute President Polk’s military strategy during the Mexican-American War?

Improving diplomatic relations with neighboring countries.

Increasing the size of the navy.

Securing more funding for military expenditures.

Which routes were popular for overlanders?

Oregon, California, and Santa Fe Trails

Mississippi River and Ohio River

What was a significant impact of the introduction of the mechanical reaper and improved plows in the 1830s on agriculture in the Midwest?

It significantly increased the efficiency of grain farming, reducing the need for manual labor.

It led to the widespread adoption of cotton farming in the region.

It caused a major decline in the profitability of small farms.

It resulted in the Midwest becoming primarily a livestock-raising region.

What was a common misconception about Native Americans by early settlers traveling West?

They were primarily hostile and dangerous.

They had no interest in interacting with settlers.

They would guide settlers across the entire journey for free.

They were unable to communicate with settlers due to language barriers.

What significant event followed Mexico's independence from Spain in 1821 for the territories of California, New Mexico, and Texas?

An increase in European immigration.

What was a significant effect of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo on the American presence in the borderlands?

It officially recognized American sovereignty over vast territories, increasing its influence.

It marked the beginning of American influence in the region.

It significantly reduced American influence in the area.

It had no significant impact on American influence in the borderlands.

What was the primary obligation of the empresarios under the National Colonization Act in Mexico regarding the Texas land grants?

To populate the land with settlers.

To construct military forts for protection.

To convert the land into agricultural farms.

To establish trade routes with Native Americans.

What was one of the reasons Mexico decided to close its borders to American immigration in 1830, which led to tensions in Texas?

To assert more control over Texas and reduce American influence.

To encourage more European settlers instead of Americans.

Because of a severe economic downturn in Mexico.

To strengthen military alliances with neighboring countries.

What was one of the key promises made by James K. Polk during his presidential campaign in 1844?

To annex Texas and Oregon into the United States.

To negotiate the purchase of Alaska from Russia.

To establish trade agreements with European countries.

To remove all British influence from the Oregon territory.

In the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, Mexico ceded about 500,000 square miles of territory to the United States, and the United States agreed to

accept the Nueces River as Texas’s southern border.

accept administrative control of Mexico City.

pay debts owed to Mexican citizens.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the Texan forces to victory at the Battle of San Jacinto, securing Texas independence from Mexico?

Davy Crockett

Sam Houston

William B. Travis

James Bowie

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the term for Mexicans living in Tejas?

Tejanos

Deltoids

Mexamericans

None of the above

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30 sec • 1 pt

What year did Texas join the union?

1861

1892

1835

1845

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who was chosen to lead the Republic of Texas?

Sam Houston

Santa Anna

Stephen Austin

Davy Crockett

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many days did Texians try to defend the Alamo?

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30 sec • 1 pt

The Texas Revolution is also known as the Texas War of Remembrance.

True

False

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30 sec • 1 pt

The Battle of Jacinto was the final battle of the Revolution.

True

False

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U.S. History - Ch. 7 Big Quiz Study Questions

Who led the Texan forces to victory at the Battle of San Jacinto, securing Texas independence from Mexico?

What was the term for Mexicans living in Tejas?

What year did Texas join the union?

Who was chosen to lead the Republic of Texas?

How many days did Texians try to defend the Alamo?

The Texas Revolution is also known as the Texas War of Remembrance.

The Battle of Jacinto was the final battle of the Revolution.

In 1821, Mexico won independence from the United States.

The rallying battle cry was “remember the Alamo".

Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna was elected president of Mexico.

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