In Reference to the Oregon Question, President Polk

question 44

Multiple Choice

In reference to the Oregon question, President Polk

• A) recommended a continued joint occupation with Britain.
• B) supported a division of the territory at the 49th parallel.
• C) exercised great tact and skill in achieving a compromise.
• D) demanded a "fifty-four forty or fight" resolution.

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