Mexican American War Cause and Effect

Explain how the annexation of Texas led to the Mexican-American War.

In 1845, Texas was annexed and not long after the United States went to war with Mexico.

Was the war a CAUSE or an EFFECT of Texas being annexed?

• Cause

• Effect

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

Describe the consequences of the Mexican-American War for the United States.

In 1845 the United States went to war with Mexico. What was the result?

• Mexico won and created Texas

• the U.S. won and annexed Texas

• The British won an gained land west of the Appalachian Mts.

• The North won and slavery was abolished

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

• Mississippi River

• Nueces River

• Rio Grande

In 1846, war broke out between the United States and Mexico. What was the main cause of this war?

• a dispute over the number of settlers in the Oregon Territory

• issues arising over the borders within Texas

• the discovery of gold in California

• the relocation of American Indians from the Southeast

Which U.S. President was involved in the 1846 agreement of the 49°N line?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James K. Polk

• Abraham Lincoln

What was the slogan associated with the U.S. expansion to the 54°40' line?

• Remember the Alamo!

• 54-40 or Fight!

• Manifest Destiny!

• Go West, Young Man!

What was a significant cause of the Mexican-American War?

• A) Dispute over the Texas border

• B) Gold discovered in California

• C) Conflict over fishing rights

• D) Cultural exchange programs