SAT US History Practice Question

At the beginning of the Mexican War in 1846, when "American blood was spilled on American soil," General Zachary Taylor and his troops were

1. A.in California waiting for the Mexicans to sell the Texas Territory.
2. B.north of the Rio Grande River in territory claimed by both Mexico and the United States.
3. C.in New Mexico marching toward Texas, attempting to resolve the border dispute between Texas and New Mexico.
4. D.on a ship sailing toward Texas.
5. E.in the Utah Territory at President Polk's request.