What did Polk hope to get from provoking a war with Mexico?
A) Full and certain ownership of Texas
B) Control of much of Mexico's territory throughout the Southwest
C) A morale boost by defeating the Mexicans handily
D) Recognition from other major nations of the world
E) Control of California, where gold had recently been discovered

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Polk wanted to acquire much of Mexico's territory throughout the Southwest, including California, in order to expand the United States and create a coast-to-coast nation. This is referred to as the "Manifest Destiny" ideology.

What Did Polk Hope to Get from Provoking a War