Famous Folk
War
Politics
Jokes
100

Who was the President of the United States who pushed for war and land acquisitions during the Mexican American War

James K. Polk

100

Why was the US army better at fighting than the Mexican Army

Better equipment, experience and training

100

Why did the US initially not want to take control of Texas

They didn't want to end diplomatic relations

100

What conversation can you expect from a leprechaun?

Small talk

200

Who was the first VP to become President due to the former president being unable to serve. He was also hated by all

John Tyler

200

How did Polk trick Mexico into starting the war

He marched his troops back and forth to goad them into firing

200

What does Annexing something mean

To add land to a nation

200

Why do leprechauns hate amusement parks?

They're too short for the rides

300

What was the name of the General who oversaw the first few victories of the Mexican American War who was replaced due to his popularity 

Zachary Taylor 

300

How did the United States capture California 

They didn't, a revolt against the Mexicans by settlers already secured Cali when the US forces arrived 

300

What did James K. Polk promise to get elected

California, Texas and Oregon

300

What do you call an American with a negative attitude

an American't 

400

He was a supply officer who would gain valuable military experience during the Mexican American War

Ulysses S. Grant

400

What city did the US forces take ending the war

Mexico City

400

How did the leader of the Whigs, Henry Clay, ruin his chances for the Presidency 

He said he would be open to annexing Texas which turned anti-slavers against him

400

Why did the leprechaun turn down a bowl of soup?

They Already had a pot of gold

500

He was the Naval officer who replaced the original General of the US forces and saw the end of the war

Winfield Scott 
500

Where was the peace treaty to end the war signed 

Guadalupe Hidalgo 

500

What did the US give up to retain Texas and California 

Settler debt and 15 mil

500

When does a leprechaun cross the road?

When the light is green