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8 Cards in this Set
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Who was president of the
United States during the Mexican War? |
James Polk
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The Whitmans served as missionaries in
A.Florida B.Lousiana C.California or D.Oregon Territory. |
D. Oregon Territory
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Where did 187 men die fighting
for the independence of Texas? |
the Alamo
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Texas defeated Santa Anna and his army at
A.Fort McHenry B.the Alamo C.San Jacinto or D.Boston |
C. San Jacinto
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What strip of land did the
United States buy from Mexico to build a railroad on? |
the Gadsden Purchase
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What was found on a ranch in
California that caused a rush of people seeking riches? |
gold
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Who was the first man to
write textbooks that were truly American? |
Noah Webster
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Who did the Texans choose as
their leader in their fight for independence? |
Sam Houston
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