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What animal does the head of the described creature resemble?
What animal does the head of the described creature resemble?
- Squirrel (correct)
- Chipmunk
- Rabbit
- Groundhog
What was the main reason for the significant population growth in the United States between 1790 and 1840?
What was the main reason for the significant population growth in the United States between 1790 and 1840?
- Invention of the cotton gin by Eli Whitney (correct)
- Discovery of new resources like gold and silver
- Government incentives for population growth
- Large-scale immigration from Europe
Why did cotton become the single most important cause for expansion in United States history?
Why did cotton become the single most important cause for expansion in United States history?
- It was the cheapest crop to grow
- There was high demand for cotton both domestically and internationally (correct)
- Cotton was easier to transport than other crops
- It required advanced machinery for harvesting
Which region depended on a regular supply of American cotton for its textile manufacturing industry?
Which region depended on a regular supply of American cotton for its textile manufacturing industry?
What was a key requirement for growing cotton in the United States?
What was a key requirement for growing cotton in the United States?
What accompanied the westward spread of cotton production in the United States?
What accompanied the westward spread of cotton production in the United States?
Who was the first African American to cross North America to reach the Pacific during the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Who was the first African American to cross North America to reach the Pacific during the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Why were Sacagawea's skills particularly valuable to the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Why were Sacagawea's skills particularly valuable to the Lewis and Clark expedition?
What was the significance of Sacagawea's presence on the Lewis and Clark expedition?
What was the significance of Sacagawea's presence on the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Why did Lewis and Clark hire Toussaint Charbonneau as an interpreter?
Why did Lewis and Clark hire Toussaint Charbonneau as an interpreter?
What did Clark see for the first time during the Lewis and Clark expedition that amazed him?
What did Clark see for the first time during the Lewis and Clark expedition that amazed him?
Who wrote about the animals being about the size of a small squirrel during the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Who wrote about the animals being about the size of a small squirrel during the Lewis and Clark expedition?
What event is credited with revitalizing the institution of slavery in the United States in the early 19th century?
What event is credited with revitalizing the institution of slavery in the United States in the early 19th century?
Which technological advancement played a significant role in the market revolution by facilitating quick transportation of goods and materials?
Which technological advancement played a significant role in the market revolution by facilitating quick transportation of goods and materials?
Where did hundreds of thousands of enslaved persons from older states get sold to, leading to an event known as the Second Middle Passage?
Where did hundreds of thousands of enslaved persons from older states get sold to, leading to an event known as the Second Middle Passage?
Which battle during the War of 1812 is known for being fought after the peace Treaty of Ghent was signed?
Which battle during the War of 1812 is known for being fought after the peace Treaty of Ghent was signed?
Which symbol is referred to as 'Old Ironsides' and is still part of the United States Navy?
Which symbol is referred to as 'Old Ironsides' and is still part of the United States Navy?
What technological innovation in 1844 facilitated instant long-distance communication in the United States?
What technological innovation in 1844 facilitated instant long-distance communication in the United States?
