U.S.-Mexico War and Treaty Insights

The video covers the U.S. Army's capture of Mexico City during the Mexican-American War, the public's reaction, and the diplomatic challenges faced by President Polk's envoy, Nicholas Trist. Despite orders to return, Trist stayed to negotiate the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which ceded significant Mexican territory to the U.S. for $15 million.

What was the main focus after General Scott's army took over Mexico City?

• Winning the war

• Negotiating peaceful terms and defining borders

• Expanding the U.S. army

• Building new infrastructure

What was Zocalo's significance during the Mexican-American War?

• A military base

• A site for political protests

• A trade center

• A cultural festival location

Why did some U.S. congressmen want to annex all of Mexico?

• To promote cultural exchange

• To improve diplomatic relations

• To expand U.S. territory

• To reduce military expenses

What was a major obstacle for Nicholas Trist in negotiating a settlement?

• No Mexican government willing to negotiate

• Lack of support from the U.S. army

• Insufficient funds for negotiations

• Language barriers

Why did Trist decide to stay in Mexico despite orders to return?

• He had personal ties in Mexico

• He believed it was a crucial opportunity for negotiation

• He wanted to explore the country

• He was afraid of returning to the U.S.

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

• The U.S. acquired Mexico's northern territories

• Mexico gained new territories

• The war continued for another year

• Both countries agreed to a trade deal

How much did the U.S. pay for the territories acquired in the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

• $15 million

• $10 million

• $25 million

• $20 million

Which states were included in the land acquired by the U.S. from Mexico?

• New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio

• Texas, Florida, Georgia

• Oregon, Washington, Idaho

• California, Nevada, Arizona

What was the original offer made by the U.S. for the territories two years before the treaty?

• $10 million

• $40 million

• $20 million

• $30 million

What was the new border established between Texas and Mexico as per the treaty?

• The Colorado River

• The Missouri River

• The Rio Grande

• The Mississippi River