The Mexican-American War Overview: Causes, Battles, and Significance
By Nemos Nook
This is a digital resource that is fully editable. It can be completed on paper or assigned digitally using a device that supports google slides.
This resource examines the causes, battles and effects of the Mexican American War and the importance of the war to the concept of Manifest Destiny. Students will watch a video, read about six battles and answer questions along the way. They will also learn about the terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo as well as complete an extension activity after the lesson.
This lesson can be completed independently, as a class or in groups. It is also great for use with a sub!
The battles include:
-Battle of Palo Alto
-Battle of Monterey
-Battle of Buena Vista
-Capture of Veracruz
-Battles of Contreras and Cherubusco
-Battle of Mexico City
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