Question

question 12 of 20
which of the following was a cause of the mexican - american war?

a. mexico sent troops into mississippi and alabama.

b. claims to the gold discovered in california led to a dispute.

c. john frémont led california in revolt against mexico.

d. congress voted to annex texas.

Explanation:

• Option A: Mexico did not send troops into Mississippi and Alabama; the disputed area was near the Rio Grande, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: The gold rush in California happened after the Mexican - American War started, so gold claims were not a cause, B is incorrect.
• Option C: John Frémont's actions were part of the Bear Flag Revolt during the war, not a cause of the war, C is incorrect.
• Option D: The U.S. Congress voting to annex Texas (which Mexico still considered its territory) was a major cause of the Mexican - American War as it escalated tensions between the two countries.

Answer:

D. Congress voted to annex Texas.