Government's Role in Westward Expansion
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Which transportation project linked the Great Lakes to New York City?

  • The Erie Canal (correct)
  • Railroads
  • Steamboats
  • The Baltimore and Ohio line
  • What transportation system was hampered by technological limitations, constant repairs, conflicts with Native Americans, and political disagreements?

  • Canals
  • Water trade
  • Railroads (correct)
  • Steamboats
  • What transportation system encouraged the spreading of towns farther away from traditional waterway locations?

  • Steamboats
  • Canals
  • Railroads (correct)
  • Roads
  • According to the text, what was the primary debate about regarding the role of government in westward expansion?

    <p>Whether the government should provide financial aid for economic development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Panic of 1819 on western farmers and communities?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the primary conduits for migration and settlement in the 1820s and 1830s?

    <p>New roads and canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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