- How would you rate relations with England during the presidency of John Tyler: Excellent,
Okay, Strained?
Answer: Strained. Numerous incidents occurred to continue to fan the flames of hatred between England and the United States during this period. - Which president won against Henry Clay in 1844 upon the wave of manifest destiny?
Answer: James K. Polk.[/ li] - Why did the Mexican-American War start?
Answer: President Polk was unhappy because the Mexicans had unpaid debts and rejected diplomat Slidell's offer to buy California and the territory to the east. He sent troops down to the Rio Grande. When the Mexicans crossed the border and attacked, Congress declared war. - What were the
terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo?
Answer: The American title to Texas was confirmed. The area westward to Oregon including California was ceded. The US agreed to pay $15 million in exchange and to pay off the debts owed by Mexico to the citizens of the US. - What was Zachary Taylor's nickname?
Answer: Old Rough and Ready.
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