What was the specific spark that ignited the Mexican-American War?

a. The United States annexed Texas and Mexico invaded
b. The United States withdrew its ambassador from Mexico and Mexico invaded
c. America soldiers invaded Mexico in hopes of forcing the sale of California
d. Mexican cavalrymen attacked U.S. soldiers in the disputed territory of the Nueces Strip


Answer: d. Mexican cavalrymen attacked U.S. soldiers in the disputed territory of the Nueces Strip

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