Mexican-American War and Its Impacts

The video explores the American West's allure and the concept of Manifest Destiny, which drove US expansion in the 19th century. Tensions with Mexico over territories like Texas led to the Mexican-American War, initiated by President James K. Polk. The war resulted in significant territorial gains for the US, including modern-day California and Texas, and launched the careers of notable military figures. The video also briefly touches on the USS Enterprise's role in WWII.

What concept justified the United States' expansion westward?

• Monroe Doctrine

• American Exceptionalism

• Manifest Destiny

• Isolationism

Which U.S. President was eager to acquire more territory in the 1840s?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• James K. Polk

• Andrew Jackson

Why was Mexico unhappy with the United States before the Mexican-American War?

• The U.S. had taken Texas after it won its independence.

• The U.S. had imposed heavy taxes on Mexican goods.

• The U.S. had invaded Mexico City.

• The U.S. had blocked Mexican ports.

What did President Polk offer Mexico for California and New Mexico?

• $40 million

• $30 million

• $20 million

• $10 million

What action did President Polk take when Mexico refused to sell California and New Mexico?

• He declared war immediately.

• He sought help from European allies.

• He imposed economic sanctions.

• He sent troops to occupy a disputed area.

When did the United States declare war on Mexico?

• July 4, 1846

• June 15, 1846

• May 13, 1846

• April 25, 1846

What was the outcome of the Mexican-American War for Mexico?

• Mexico gained new territories.

• Mexico retained all its territories.

• Mexico ceded a third of its territory to the U.S.

• Mexico formed an alliance with the U.S.

Which treaty ended the Mexican-American War?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Tordesillas

Which future U.S. President's career was launched by the Mexican-American War?

• Abraham Lincoln

• James Buchanan

• Zachary Taylor

• Andrew Johnson

Which Civil War generals gained experience during the Mexican-American War?

• Philip Sheridan and George Meade

• Stonewall Jackson and J.E.B. Stuart

• Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant

• George McClellan and William Sherman