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Democratic Reform in Mexico

Question 2 • Online World History B

What challenge did the United States pose to Mexico after the revolution?

Answer
A
It blocked its border with Mexico to keep immigrants out.
B
It imposed strict tariffs on a variety of Mexican products.
C
It sent troops to Mexico in an effort to seize its vast oil fields.
D
It launched military campaigns into Mexico to protect US borders.

Explanation

After the Mexican Revolution, violence near the border led the United States to send military forces into Mexico, including a campaign to pursue Pancho Villa after his raid on Columbus, New Mexico. This is described by choice D: it launched military campaigns into Mexico to protect US borders. The expedition did not succeed in capturing Villa, and it was not an attempt to seize Mexico’s oil fields.

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