Multiple choice

When Santa Anna returned to Mexico, what happened with his promise to Polk?

  1. He honored his promise and stayed out of battle.

  2. He betrayed Polk and took control of the Mexican army.

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Santa Anna convinced U.S. President James K. Polk that he would negotiate a peace treaty if allowed to return to Mexico from exile. However, once he returned, he immediately betrayed the agreement and took command of the Mexican army to fight the U.S.