Why did the united states become involved in mexico's civil war? select all that apply.

Question

relations had weakened between the united states and the new government.
mexico was unable to end the war without u.s. intervention.
mexican soldiers arrested a group of american sailors.

Answer 1

The reasons for United States involvement in Mexico's civil war include:

1. Relations had weakened between the United States and the new government. - This refers to the tensions that arose after the Mexican Revolution and the changes in leadership in Mexico, which affected diplomatic relations.

2. Mexican soldiers arrested a group of American sailors. - This incident, which occurred in 1914 in the port city of Veracruz, was a significant trigger for U.S. intervention, leading to increased tensions and ultimately military action.

The option stating that Mexico was unable to end the war without U.S. intervention does not accurately reflect the primary reasons for U.S. involvement, as it was often motivated by other political and strategic interests rather than a necessity for intervention to end the conflict.

So, the correct selections would be:

• Relations had weakened between the United States and the new government.
• Mexican soldiers arrested a group of American sailors.