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What concept, coined in 1845, described the 19th-century American belief that continental expansion was inevitable and justified?
What concept, coined in 1845, described the 19th-century American belief that continental expansion was inevitable and justified?
The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, primarily facilitated what aspect of westward expansion?
The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, primarily facilitated what aspect of westward expansion?
Which legislative act, enacted in 1830, resulted in the forced relocation of Native American tribes from the southeastern United States?
Which legislative act, enacted in 1830, resulted in the forced relocation of Native American tribes from the southeastern United States?
The 'Trail of Tears' is most directly associated with the forced relocation of which Native American nation?
The 'Trail of Tears' is most directly associated with the forced relocation of which Native American nation?
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What was the primary purpose of the Oregon Trail during the period of Manifest Destiny?
What was the primary purpose of the Oregon Trail during the period of Manifest Destiny?
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The Oregon Treaty of 1846, which granted the U.S. the Oregon Territory, was negotiated with which country?
The Oregon Treaty of 1846, which granted the U.S. the Oregon Territory, was negotiated with which country?
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What event directly precipitated the Mexican-American War (1846-1848)?
What event directly precipitated the Mexican-American War (1846-1848)?
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Which treaty concluded the Mexican-American War and significantly expanded U.S. territory?
Which treaty concluded the Mexican-American War and significantly expanded U.S. territory?
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The discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848 is most associated with which consequence of Manifest Destiny?
The discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848 is most associated with which consequence of Manifest Destiny?
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Which of the following best encapsulates the ideology of Manifest Destiny as presented in the content?
Which of the following best encapsulates the ideology of Manifest Destiny as presented in the content?
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Study Notes
Manifest Destiny: American Expansion (1820-1860)
- Coined in 1845 by journalist John O'Sullivan, Manifest Destiny described America's 19th-century belief in westward expansion as inevitable and justifiable.
Erie Canal and Early Expansion
- The Erie Canal, opened in 1825, connected eastern cities to the West, facilitating trade and boosting industrial growth in cities like New York.
- Subsequent canals further aided this westward flow of goods.
Native American Displacement
- The Indian Removal Act of 1830 forced Native American tribes from the Southeast to lands west of the Mississippi River, a clear example of expansionist policies.
- The Trail of Tears (1838) tragically exemplifies this forced displacement, with thousands of Cherokee dying during the relocation to Oklahoma.
Settlers and Statehood
- Beginning around 1840, numerous settlers traveled the dangerous Oregon Trail, seeking new opportunities in the West.
- The Oregon Treaty of 1846 resulted in the U.S. acquiring the Oregon Territory from Great Britain.
- Texas became a U.S. state in 1845, leading to the Mexican-American War (1846-1848).
- The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo (1848) ceded vast territories, including parts of Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California, to the U.S.
The California Gold Rush (1848)
- Gold discovery at Sutter's Mill in 1848 sparked a massive migration to California, the California Gold Rush.
- This influx of people dramatically altered California's landscape, leading to urban growth, industry, and burgeoning businesses like saloons.
Communication and the Pony Express (1860)
- The Pony Express, established in 1860, delivered mail across the country from Missouri to California.
- The Pony Express symbolized the spirit of Manifest Destiny, albeit briefly, as the railroad eventually replaced this mail delivery method.
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Explore the key aspects of Manifest Destiny and American expansion during the 19th century. This quiz covers topics such as the Erie Canal's role in trade, Native American displacement, and the experiences of settlers. Test your knowledge on this pivotal era of American history.
