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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. He described breaking ________ for working with the military.
(a) Cows.
(b) Mules.
(c) Donkeys.
(d) Horses.

2. Where was Grant born?
(a) Bowling Green, Ohio.
(b) Cleveland, Ohio.
(c) Point Pleasant, Ohio.
(d) Conneaut, Ohio.

3. Mexico would gain Texas but give up all rights to what?
(a) Arizona.
(b) California and New Mexico.
(c) Washington, Oregon, and California.
(d) California and Utah.

4. While the United States wanted a war with Mexico over disputed territory, Grant said what was important?
(a) That Mexico give up their territory without any dispute.
(b) That the U.S. made the first hostile move.
(c) That Mexico made the first hostile move.
(d) That the U.S. treat the Mexicans humanely.

5. Did Grant know everything there was to know about the war being waged in Mexico?
(a) No.
(b) Mostly.
(c) Yes.
(d) Hardly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Grant object to attending West Point?

2. Did Grant dwell on the duel he saw?

3. Grant described an incident in which who was apparently killed but was later seen watching another fight?

4. Grant contrasted General _______ with General Taylor.

5. The military moved to Vera Cruz where the Americans beat at the city's walls until General ____________, the commander of the city, surrendered and General Scott's forces moved into the city.

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