Mexican-American War Study Guide

In 1821, ___________________________ gained independence from Spain, and Texas became part of it.

In 1836, Texans shouted “Remember the _____________________” at the Battle of San Jacinto.

The Treaty of _____________________________ Hidalgo ended the Mexican-American War.

The U.S. claimed the _____________________ as the border between Texas and Mexico.

The idea of ___________________________ Destiny was the belief that Americans were destined to expand west.

What major event in 1845 contributed to the start of the Mexican-American War?

• The discovery of gold in California

• The annexation of Texas by the U.S.

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

Who was the Mexican president during the Battle of the Alamo?

• Vicente Guerrero

• Antonio Lopez De Santa Anna

• Benito Juárez

Which U.S. general captured Mexico City during the war?

• Zachary Taylor

• Sam Houston

• Winfield Scott

What river did the U.S. claim as the border with Mexico?

• Mississippi River

• Nueces River

• Rio Grande

What was the main reason for tensions between American settlers and the Mexican government in Texas?

• Cultural differences and slavery

• Disputes over gold mining rights

• Conflicts over fishing territories