Mexican American War Timeline

Due Friday, March 9.

Click on the Mexican American War Timeline, and view all of the slides to answer the following questions. Hint: go ahead and view the timeline first, then answer the questions, some of which are NOT in chronological order.
1. When did Texas become part of the United States
2. Who coined the term "Manifest Destiny" and when?
3. What president built a case for war with Mexico in his inaugural address?
4. Where did a skirmish take place in 1846 that resulted in a declaration of war?
5. Who led an army from New Mexico to California to secure that land for the US?
6. Who was president of Mexico during the Mexican American War?
7. When was the treaty signed that ended the Mexican American War, and what was it called?
8. Write your own question, and then provide an answer.

MAP Assignment, for March 7

Each student has their own Map assignment for chapter 13:

1. Write a short blurb of 50 words explaining your subject. Use 8 point font.

2. Attach your paragraph to the image or icon.

3. Attach your work to the map, where it belongs.