During the Mexican War,
A. the actual fighting was confined to Texas and Mexico.
B. American settlers in California staged a revolt with the help of the United States navy.
C. President Polk tried to placate Whigs by minimizing military offensives.
D. President Polk considered Zachary Taylor to be his closest ally in Mexico.
E. victory came more easily than President Polk had anticipated.
Answer: B
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