Mexico v United States War Quiz

A vintage map depicting the territories of Mexico and the United States during the 19th century, highlighting California and New Mexico, with illustrations of significant historical figures like President Polk and Santa Anna, styled in a classical painting manner.

Mexico v United States War Quiz

Test your knowledge about the historical conflict between Mexico and the United States! This quiz covers key events, decisions, and outcomes of the war, offering both a challenging and engaging experience for history enthusiasts.

Answer multiple-choice questions that will challenge what you know about:

  • The motivations of U.S. presidents
  • The territorial disputes between Mexico and the United States
  • The conclusion of the war
5 Questions1 MinutesCreated by ExploringHistory247
How is the president gonna expand the United States?
President Polk was determined to buy California and New Mexico if possible or by force.
President Polk did not want to expand to California and New Mexico because he wanted the country to be small.
President Jefferson did not want to get involved in any foreign conflicts.
President Jefferson did not want to expand to California and New Mexico because he wanted the country to be small.
Who owned California and New Mexico?
These areas were first owned by Spain but then Mexico won independence. Mexico didn't want to sell that land.
These areas were owned by Spain and they wanted to sell the land.
These areas were first owned by Mexico but then Spain won independence. Spain didn't want to sell that land.
How were the borders separated?
Texas claimed the Rio Grande and Mexico claimed the Nuces River.
Mexico claimed the Rio Grande and Texas claimed the Nuces River.
 
How did the war end?
After 2 days of hard fighting both armies were crushed, rather than loosing his remaining forces, Santa Anna retreated south. The Northern Mexican War ended.
Mexico crushed the United States in the war.
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