Question

The acquisition of territory from Mexico as a result of the Mexican War was of utmost importance because it _________.

• A. Settled conflicts between Native Americans and the U.S. government.
• B. Led to the acquisition of Oregon.
• C. Led to Bleeding Kansas.
• D. Provided the United States with territory to build the Panama Canal.
• E. Heightened sectional tensions over the issue of slavery.

Answer 1

The correct option is E Heightened sectional tensions over the issue of slavery.

The acquisition of territory from Mexico as a result of the Mexican War was of utmost importance because it Heightened sectional tensions over the issue of slavery.