Mexican American War

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What event led to hostilities between Mexico and America? Options: The annexation of California, The annexation of Oregon, The annexation of Texas, The annexation of Florida

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The annexation of Texas

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Why did President Polk send troops to the disputed territory in Texas?

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To prevent a potential attack from Mexico

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

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To protect American citizens and property

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

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By claiming Mexico had invaded American soil

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What was Joshua Giddings' stance on slavery expansion?

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He was against it

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

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Violating the constitution and misusing his authority

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Where did most of the fighting during the Mexican American War take place? Options: California, Texas, Mexico, Florida

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Mexico

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

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Mexico City

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Which treaty ended the Mexican American War?

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Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

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What state was NOT part of the land obtained by the United States post the Mexican American War? Texas, New Mexico, California

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Oregon