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What was required of settlers who moved into Moses Austin's colony?
What was required of settlers who moved into Moses Austin's colony?
What action did Mexico take in 1830 that affected American settlers in Texas?
What action did Mexico take in 1830 that affected American settlers in Texas?
Which factor contributed to the growing tensions between American settlers and the Mexican government?
Which factor contributed to the growing tensions between American settlers and the Mexican government?
What was General Santa Anna's role during the Texas War of Independence?
What was General Santa Anna's role during the Texas War of Independence?
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What major event occurred after Texas declared its independence in 1836?
What major event occurred after Texas declared its independence in 1836?
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The dispute over the boundary of Texas was primarily between which two points?
The dispute over the boundary of Texas was primarily between which two points?
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What was one outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
What was one outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
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What was the primary motivation behind the Gadsden Purchase?
What was the primary motivation behind the Gadsden Purchase?
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Which of the following areas was NOT included in the Mexican Cession?
Which of the following areas was NOT included in the Mexican Cession?
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How much did the United States pay Mexico for the Gadsden Purchase?
How much did the United States pay Mexico for the Gadsden Purchase?
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What impact did the Gadsden Purchase have on U.S. border disputes?
What impact did the Gadsden Purchase have on U.S. border disputes?
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Which of the following statements best reflects the concept of Manifest Destiny?
Which of the following statements best reflects the concept of Manifest Destiny?
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What geographical regions did the Gadsden Purchase primarily affect?
What geographical regions did the Gadsden Purchase primarily affect?
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What financial obligation did the United States assume in addition to the payment for the Mexican Cession?
What financial obligation did the United States assume in addition to the payment for the Mexican Cession?
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Which treaty formally ended the war between Mexico and the United States before the Gadsden Purchase?
Which treaty formally ended the war between Mexico and the United States before the Gadsden Purchase?
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Which of the following was NOT a benefit cited for the Gadsden Purchase?
Which of the following was NOT a benefit cited for the Gadsden Purchase?
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Which key geographical factor was considered when making the Gadsden Purchase?
Which key geographical factor was considered when making the Gadsden Purchase?
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What was the primary justification for the belief in Manifest Destiny?
What was the primary justification for the belief in Manifest Destiny?
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Which significant effect did the Louisiana Purchase have on the United States?
Which significant effect did the Louisiana Purchase have on the United States?
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What was a key reason why France sold the Louisiana Territory to the United States?
What was a key reason why France sold the Louisiana Territory to the United States?
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What year did the Gadsden Purchase take place?
What year did the Gadsden Purchase take place?
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What was one major consequence of the annexation of Texas in 1845?
What was one major consequence of the annexation of Texas in 1845?
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What geographical advantage did the Louisiana Purchase provide the U.S.?
What geographical advantage did the Louisiana Purchase provide the U.S.?
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Which of the following territories was acquired through the Gadsden Purchase?
Which of the following territories was acquired through the Gadsden Purchase?
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What was a reason behind the Mexican-American War following Texas's annexation?
What was a reason behind the Mexican-American War following Texas's annexation?
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What was the economic impact of the Louisiana Purchase on the United States?
What was the economic impact of the Louisiana Purchase on the United States?
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Which belief underpinned the U.S. actions during its expansion period, including the annexation of Texas?
Which belief underpinned the U.S. actions during its expansion period, including the annexation of Texas?
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What was one of the main reasons Andrew Jackson supported the removal of Native American tribes from the southeastern United States?
What was one of the main reasons Andrew Jackson supported the removal of Native American tribes from the southeastern United States?
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Which of the following tribes was NOT part of the forced relocation during the Trail of Tears?
Which of the following tribes was NOT part of the forced relocation during the Trail of Tears?
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What was a significant impact of the Indian Removal Act on Native American tribes?
What was a significant impact of the Indian Removal Act on Native American tribes?
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Which challenge did pioneers NOT face on the Oregon Trail?
Which challenge did pioneers NOT face on the Oregon Trail?
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What was the slogan used by James K. Polk during the 1844 presidential campaign regarding Oregon?
What was the slogan used by James K. Polk during the 1844 presidential campaign regarding Oregon?
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Which of the following outcomes resulted from the Oregon Treaty of 1846?
Which of the following outcomes resulted from the Oregon Treaty of 1846?
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What was NOT a reason for pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail?
What was NOT a reason for pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail?
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Which Native American tribe is associated with the Trail of Tears?
Which Native American tribe is associated with the Trail of Tears?
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How did the forced relocation of Native American tribes affect their economies?
How did the forced relocation of Native American tribes affect their economies?
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What was the distance covered by the Oregon Trail?
What was the distance covered by the Oregon Trail?
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What role did Oregon Country play in American history during westward expansion?
What role did Oregon Country play in American history during westward expansion?
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Which of the following accurately describes the impact of Manifest Destiny on Native Americans?
Which of the following accurately describes the impact of Manifest Destiny on Native Americans?
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What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
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What did the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo establish as the U.S.-Mexico border?
What did the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo establish as the U.S.-Mexico border?
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Which aspect drew settlers to Oregon Country during the westward expansion?
Which aspect drew settlers to Oregon Country during the westward expansion?
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What was a consequence of the forced displacement of Native Americans?
What was a consequence of the forced displacement of Native Americans?
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Which of the following territories was NOT acquired as a result of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
Which of the following territories was NOT acquired as a result of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
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What motivated the settlement of Oregon Country beyond agriculture?
What motivated the settlement of Oregon Country beyond agriculture?
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Study Notes
Oregon Country
- Oregon Country was important for westward expansion due to fertile land, access to the Pacific Ocean, and opportunities for trade.
- People were drawn by the promise of free land and trade opportunities.
Impact on Native Americans
- Manifest Destiny led to the forced removal of Native Americans from their lands.
- Many Native American nations were displaced to reservations, losing their ancestral territories.
- This often occurred through violent means.
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
- Signed in 1848, this treaty ended the Mexican-American War.
- The US gained vast territories including California, Nevada, and parts of other states.
- It established the US-Mexico border along the Rio Grande River.
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Explore the significance of Oregon Country in westward expansion and its effects on Native Americans. Understand the implications of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and how it reshaped US-Mexico relations. This quiz will test your knowledge on these critical events in American history.
