President Polk provoked war with Mexico by
a. ordering a surprise attack on Mexican troops at El Paso.
b. calling in Mexico’s debt to American citizens.
c. insulting the Mexican president.
d. sending soldiers into disputed territory.
e. none of these choices.
ANS: D
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