Question

what did president james k. polk accomplish as a result of the mexican - american war?
○ he gained control of california and new mexico.
○ he acquired territory from the gadsden purchase.
○ he annexed the oregon territory.
○ he got mexico to pay money to american settlers for improving the land.

Explanation:

• The Gadsden Purchase was after the Mexican - American War, so the option about it is incorrect.
• The annexation of the Oregon Territory was not a result of the Mexican - American War.
• The Mexican - American War ended with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, through which the US gained control of California and New Mexico (along with other territories). The option about getting Mexico to pay for land improvement is not accurate.

Answer:

A. He gained control of California and New Mexico.