The Mexican-American War: Causes & Consequences
Examine the causes, key events, and territorial outcomes of the Mexican-American War.
Key Questions
- Analyze the various arguments for and against the U.S. going to war with Mexico.
- Explain how the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo dramatically expanded U.S. territory.
- Evaluate the long-term impact of the war on U.S.-Mexico relations and the debate over slavery.
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