James Polk Had Four Clearly Defined Goals When He Entered

question 117

Multiple Choice

James Polk had four clearly defined goals when he entered the White House. Which was NOT one of his goals?

• A) reduce the tariff
• B) settle the slavery dispute
• C) settle the Oregon dispute
• D) bring California into the Union
• E) reestablish the Independent Treasury system

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