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What was a significant issue faced by British authors in the nineteenth century?
What was a significant issue faced by British authors in the nineteenth century?
What action was taken regarding McLeod's execution?
What action was taken regarding McLeod's execution?
What was a direct consequence of Britain's abolition of slavery in 1833?
What was a direct consequence of Britain's abolition of slavery in 1833?
What was the main threat faced by Texas during the crisis in 1842?
What was the main threat faced by Texas during the crisis in 1842?
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What was the outcome for the Virginia slaves who rebelled on the Creole?
What was the outcome for the Virginia slaves who rebelled on the Creole?
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What economic development was America engaged in during the nineteenth century?
What economic development was America engaged in during the nineteenth century?
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Who was sent by the London Foreign Office to negotiate with Washington?
Who was sent by the London Foreign Office to negotiate with Washington?
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Why did Texas open negotiations with Britain and France?
Why did Texas open negotiations with Britain and France?
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Why was McLeod's alibi considered important in the courtroom?
Why was McLeod's alibi considered important in the courtroom?
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In what year did Congress finally extend copyright privileges to foreign authors?
In what year did Congress finally extend copyright privileges to foreign authors?
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What characterized the raids conducted by Mexico during the crisis?
What characterized the raids conducted by Mexico during the crisis?
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What was the outcome of the negotiations between the two statesmen in Washington?
What was the outcome of the negotiations between the two statesmen in Washington?
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What legal situation did the rebellion on the Creole create for the British officials?
What legal situation did the rebellion on the Creole create for the British officials?
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What did Mexican officials threaten if the American eagle gathered Texas under its wings?
What did Mexican officials threaten if the American eagle gathered Texas under its wings?
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What was a significant consequence of Texas's military situation against Mexico?
What was a significant consequence of Texas's military situation against Mexico?
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What was the nature of the relationship between Lord Ashburton and Secretary Webster?
What was the nature of the relationship between Lord Ashburton and Secretary Webster?
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What was the main objective of the United States during the negotiation of the Anglo-American Convention of 1818?
What was the main objective of the United States during the negotiation of the Anglo-American Convention of 1818?
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What was the reaction of the British minister in Washington towards the olive branch offered?
What was the reaction of the British minister in Washington towards the olive branch offered?
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Why did the British refuse to yield the Columbia River during negotiations?
Why did the British refuse to yield the Columbia River during negotiations?
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How is James K. Polk commonly characterized in relation to his political career?
How is James K. Polk commonly characterized in relation to his political career?
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Which group expressed loud complaints regarding American manufacturing during this period?
Which group expressed loud complaints regarding American manufacturing during this period?
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What did the Walker Tariff of 1846 ultimately prove to be?
What did the Walker Tariff of 1846 ultimately prove to be?
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What is 'Oregon fever' commonly understood to be?
What is 'Oregon fever' commonly understood to be?
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What was the significant cultural phenomenon that influenced the 1844 campaign?
What was the significant cultural phenomenon that influenced the 1844 campaign?
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What was one of Polk's main objectives regarding economic policy?
What was one of Polk's main objectives regarding economic policy?
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Which factor contributed to the sudden increase in Americans in the Willamette Valley in the early 1840s?
Which factor contributed to the sudden increase in Americans in the Willamette Valley in the early 1840s?
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Which group was referenced as having possibly persuaded the British about the Columbia River?
Which group was referenced as having possibly persuaded the British about the Columbia River?
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What taunt did Whigs use to undermine Polk's credibility during his election campaign?
What taunt did Whigs use to undermine Polk's credibility during his election campaign?
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What was a concern raised by the Clayites related to British expansionism?
What was a concern raised by the Clayites related to British expansionism?
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What does the term 'joint occupation' refer to in the context of U.S.-British relations over Oregon?
What does the term 'joint occupation' refer to in the context of U.S.-British relations over Oregon?
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What was the sentiment towards fighting a war over the Oregon territory as expressed in the content?
What was the sentiment towards fighting a war over the Oregon territory as expressed in the content?
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What notable political shift occurred in Britain regarding the Oregon issue?
What notable political shift occurred in Britain regarding the Oregon issue?
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What was one of Polk's goals regarding trade policy?
What was one of Polk's goals regarding trade policy?
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What was the impact of the antislavery Liberty party on the election results?
What was the impact of the antislavery Liberty party on the election results?
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Who was the Secretary of the Treasury under Polk?
Who was the Secretary of the Treasury under Polk?
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What marked the success of Polk's implementation of his economic goals?
What marked the success of Polk's implementation of his economic goals?
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How much did the average rates of the Tariff of 1842 reduce during Polk's tenure?
How much did the average rates of the Tariff of 1842 reduce during Polk's tenure?
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What was the political consequence of the Liberty party's actions during the election?
What was the political consequence of the Liberty party's actions during the election?
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Which statement best describes the role of land-hungry Democrats following Polk's election?
Which statement best describes the role of land-hungry Democrats following Polk's election?
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What was a key aspect of Polk's four-point program?
What was a key aspect of Polk's four-point program?
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What was one significant aspect of Senator Benton’s perspective on the relationship between Great Britain and Mexico?
What was one significant aspect of Senator Benton’s perspective on the relationship between Great Britain and Mexico?
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What outcome did Polk ultimately achieve regarding the territorial dispute?
What outcome did Polk ultimately achieve regarding the territorial dispute?
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Which phrase best reflects Polk's initial stance before negotiations with Great Britain?
Which phrase best reflects Polk's initial stance before negotiations with Great Britain?
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What was one of the consequences of the negotiations that directly involved Great Britain?
What was one of the consequences of the negotiations that directly involved Great Britain?
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What did Senator Benton imply about the necessity of military action?
What did Senator Benton imply about the necessity of military action?
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What can be inferred about Polk's approach to negotiations based on his actions?
What can be inferred about Polk's approach to negotiations based on his actions?
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Which treaty is implied as a result of Polk's negotiations?
Which treaty is implied as a result of Polk's negotiations?
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What misconception about the outcome of Polk’s negotiations can be drawn from the text?
What misconception about the outcome of Polk’s negotiations can be drawn from the text?
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Study Notes
Overview of Manifest Destiny
- Manifest Destiny was a belief that the United States was destined to expand across the North American continent.
- This belief fueled westward expansion and territorial acquisitions.
Key Figures and Events
- John L. O'Sullivan: Coined the term "Manifest Destiny" in 1845, expressing the idea that the U.S. had a divinely ordained right to expand westward.
- William Henry Harrison: Became President in 1841, but died a month later, leading to John Tyler becoming president.
- John Tyler: Became president after Harrison's death. He was a controversial figure, often at odds with his own Whig party.
- James K. Polk: Became president in 1845. His presidency was largely defined by the Mexican-American War.
The Oregon Country Dispute
- The Oregon Country was a region of land that encompassed modern-day Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and parts of British Columbia.
- Both the United States and Britain claimed parts of the territory.
- The issue was eventually settled by a compromise treaty, establishing the 49th parallel as the border.
The Mexican-American War
- The causes of the war included the annexation of Texas and the dispute over the Texas-Mexico border.
- This conflict was triggered by the U.S. desire to acquire California and other parts of the Southwest.
- The U.S. was victorious and won many battles including Monterey and Buena Vista, culminating in the capture of Mexico City in 1847.
- The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo formally ended the war in 1848, ceding California, Nevada, Utah, most of Arizona, and parts of New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming to the United States.
The Wilmot Proviso
- The Wilmot Proviso was a proposed amendment to a bill that would have banned slavery in the newly acquired territories.
- This amendment was never passed by Congress, but it highlighted the growing division over slavery in the United States.
The Californios
- The Californios were Mexican residents of California.
- They were displaced or assimilated into American culture after the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
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This quiz explores the concept of Manifest Destiny, which asserts that the United States was destined to expand across North America. Key figures such as John L. O'Sullivan and events like the Mexican-American War are highlighted to understand their impact on this ideology. Test your knowledge on this important aspect of American history!
