AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Mexican-American War (1846–48) began over
A.the disputed Texas border
B.the Oregon boundary
C.California's gold
D.French intervention
Explanation
Core Concept
Polk claimed the Rio Grande boundary; Mexico held the Nueces. American troops' advance into the contested zone triggered war.
Correct Answer
Athe disputed Texas border
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