U.S. Expansion and Tensions in the 19th Century

<p>The U.S. recognized Spain's right to maintain forts and military presence in Florida. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both nations claimed the region based on prior exploration and trade activities, leading to competing claims. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Polk's stance on Oregon represented a broader desire among Americans to expand the U.S. westward, solidifying the idea of Manifest Destiny. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The acquisition of Oregon marked a significant step in establishing the U.S. as a dominant power in North America. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They often faced starvation and a lack of resources. (B), They encountered difficult terrain and geography. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The U.S. did not consider the impact on the Californios who lived in the land. (A), The U.S. did not take into account the Native American populations who lived in the land. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They believed in spreading Christianity and expanding their influence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Californios were more likely to establish farms and ranches, while the Forty-Niners were primarily focused on gold mining. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They had to contend with hostile Native American tribes who resisted their presence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They hoped to find a westward route to Asia and connect directly with the East. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They played a major role in shaping California's social, economic, and political landscape, leading to its rapid growth and development. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They documented their journeys and experiences, providing valuable information about the geography, resources, and challenges of the West. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They relied on limited technology and transportation options, making travel slow and arduous. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Californios were more familiar with the land and its resources, having lived there for generations, while the Forty-Niners were newcomers who had to adapt to a new environment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was the nation's divine mission to spread democracy and civilization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It justified the removal of Native Americans from their native homelands. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Annexation of Texas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To raise funds for the war against Britain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It doubled the size of the United States. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Haitian Revolution diminished France’s resources and strategic interests. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The annexation of Florida (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provided vital access to the Mississippi River. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They encountered harsh weather conditions and a scarcity of water. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A combination of disease and warfare with incoming settlers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were instrumental in creating a strong legal system in the West. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were responsible for managing the household and childcare, often under grueling and physically demanding travel conditions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They desired to escape religious persecution and find a place where they could practice their religion safely. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They brought cultural elements like schools, churches, and libraries to the developing frontier communities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A lack of resources and manpower in Florida, coupled with limited military presence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The development of a distinct cultural identity in Utah, centered around Mormon beliefs and practices. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women in the West played a more active role in the development of communities and were recognized for their contributions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text emphasizes the impact of Mormon settlement on the original settlers of California, particularly those with land rights. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>American settlers' resentment of Mexican rule in Texas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Mexican government's desire to annex Texas from the United States (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create a buffer zone between Mexico and the United States (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It established the Rio Grande as the border between Texas and Mexico, expanding the U.S. territory. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It demonstrated American aggression towards Mexico and fueled tensions between the two nations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manifest Destiny served as a justification for American expansion, but the war was ultimately initiated by other factors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Mexican government restricted the expansion of slavery into Texas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect the rights of American settlers in Texas from Mexican rule. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To impose a strong cultural influence on the region and maintain control over its northern territory. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A vast region of land in the Southwest, ceded to the United States by Mexico in the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The belief that the U.S. was destined to expand from coast to coast.

The movement of settlers and immigrants into the American West.

The process of displacing Native American tribes from their homelands.

The acquisition of territory from France in 1803 that doubled the U.S. size.

Gained through the Louisiana Purchase, vital for trade and transport.

France sold the territory to fund its war efforts against Britain.

Conflict leading to loss of France's colony and impacting Louisiana's status.

The route used by settlers moving west to Oregon for land and opportunities.

Territory acquired by the U.S. from Mexico including parts of several states.

Spanish settlers in California before and after U.S. control, known for their culture and agriculture.

Spanish priests and soldiers migrated to establish missions and land settlements.

Isolation, poor governance, and hostile raiders affected Californios.

Explorers ventured west to establish trade and find new routes, like the Northwest Passage.

Geographical challenges and dangers from wildlife and starvation hindered exploration efforts.

Explorers mapped routes and established relationships with Native Americans, enriching U.S. knowledge of the West.

Gold seekers who moved to California during the Gold Rush, particularly in 1849.

Prospective miners faced challenging journeys, high prices, and lawlessness in mining camps.

The Gold Rush significantly accelerated American migration and settlement in the West.

Mormons moved west to escape persecution in the East.

Mormons were the first pioneers to settle in the Great Basin.

Mormons introduced dams, canals, and irrigation ditches in farming.

Women faced difficult journeys, including disease and hardships.

Women brought schools, churches, and libraries to the West.

Women in the West gained the right to vote earlier than in the East.

Florida was a Spanish territory before U.S. acquisition.

Pioneer women dealt with emotional and physical challenges traveling.

Warfare and disease reduced the Native American population significantly.

Many Californios lost their land to incoming settlers.

Attacks by Seminole groups into Georgia as U.S. settlers expanded.

Florida served as a haven for escaped slaves from southern states.

1819 agreement where Spain ceded Florida to the U.S. for debt relief.

Transfer of Florida from Spain to the United States.

Disputed land rich in resources, claimed by both U.S. and Britain.

Democratic candidate who advocated for the annexation of Oregon.

In the 1820s, American Moses Austin established a colony in Texas, approved by Mexico.

American settlers had to join the Catholic Church and become Mexican citizens.

Americans resented being ordered by Mexican officials and objected to the 1829 slavery ban.

Mexican citizens complained about American settlers disrespecting culture and legality.

A disagreement over the Texas-Mexico border, contributing to the Mexican American War.

Polk's desire to expand U.S. territory fueled the Mexican American War.

The U.S. annexation of Texas angered Mexico and led to conflict.

A conflict from 1846 to 1848 between the U.S. and Mexico, primarily over territory.

The 1848 treaty that ended the Mexican American War, ceding territory to the U.S.