18 Questions
What movement in the 1840s led Americans to acquire lands from the Atlantic to the Pacific?
Manifest Destiny
Which of the following was NOT a group of early pioneers heading West?
Gold miners
How many miles was the Oregon Trail, a route pioneered by fur trappers and missionaries?
2,200 miles
Which event in 1848 led to the USA gaining new lands in the southwest?
Mexican-American War
Why was there conflict between Americans and Indians during westward expansion?
Trails disrupted hunting grounds and violated treaties
Who was the president during the period of American expansion known as 'Manifest Destiny'?
James K. Polk
What was the primary purpose of Santa Fe and Old Spanish Trails during the period of westward expansion?
To facilitate immigration to the New Mexico region
What major event occurred in 1845 that led to the USA annexing the independent nation of Texas?
The decision by Houston to invite annexation
What impact did westward expansion have on the Native American population during this time?
It brought conflict as trails disrupted hunting grounds
What was a significant outcome of the Mexican-American War in 1848?
The USA gained new lands in the Southwest
Which trail was primarily used by fur trappers and missionaries, and estimated to be traveled by over 500,000 people?
Oregon Trail
What hindered the immediate annexation of Texas by the USA before 1845?
Debates over slavery in America
What event prompted California to revolt from Mexican rule and form an independent nation?
The discovery of gold in San Francisco
Which president invited the USA to annex Texas in 1838, but faced opposition due to the slavery debate?
Sam Houston
What slogan was associated with the U.S. demand for the entire Oregon territory during President Polk's term?
'54°40’ or fight!'
Which treaty ended the Mexican-American War and resulted in Mexico ceding territory in the Southwest to the USA?
Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo
Which purchase for $10 million aimed to build a southern railroad and expand U.S. influence in the Southwest?
Gadsden Purchase
Who was the first president of the Republic of Texas during its period as an independent nation from 1836 to 1845?
Sam Houston
Explore the key events and acquisitions that took place during the westward expansion of America in the 1840s. Learn about the pioneers, territories gained, and the dangerous journeys on trails like Oregon and Santa Fe.
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