Mexican-American War Quiz Corrections

When was the Mexican-American War fought?

• 1836–1840

• 1840–1845

• 1846–1848

• 1850–1855

One major cause of the Mexican-American War was—

• A dispute over land and borders

• Religious disagreements

• Trade tariffs

• Industrial competition

Why did Mexico oppose the annexation of Texas by the United States?

• Texas refused to join Mexico

• Mexico never recognized Texas’s independence

• The U.S. refused to negotiate

• Texas wanted to remain independent

Which belief supported U.S. expansion westward and helped lead to the war?

• Federalism

• Mercantilism

• Manifest Destiny

• Popular sovereignty

Which river did the United States claim was the southern border of Texas?

• Red River

• Colorado River

• Rio Grande

• Nueces River

Which river did Mexico believe was the true border of Texas?

• Brazos River

• Nueces River

• Rio Grande

• Trinity River

Why was Texas important at the start of the Mexican-American War?

• Texas stayed neutral

• Texas declared independence again

• The war began over Texas’s border

• Texas supported Mexico

How did Texas help the United States during the war?

• By refusing to send soldiers

• By negotiating peace treaties

• By providing volunteers, supplies, and transportation routes

• By protecting Mexico’s border

Which Texans were especially known for scouting and guiding U.S. troops?

• Empresarios

• Texas Rangers

• Minutemen

• Buffalo Soldiers

Why were Texas Rangers valuable during the war?

• They were trained naval officers

• They knew the land and terrain well

• They spoke French

• They led peace talks