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What was one of Mexico's major issues after gaining independence in 1821?

  • They struggled to establish a stable government.
  • There were no settlers living in their territory. (correct)
  • They faced numerous rebellions from indigenous populations.
  • They had a surplus of resources with no market.

What was a significant reason that led to the Texas Revolution of 1836?

  • Mexican laws outlawed slavery, which settlers wanted to keep. (correct)
  • Texas sought independence due to religious differences.
  • Mexican troops invaded Texas.
  • Settlers were unhappy with high taxes imposed by Mexico.

Which of the following best describes Sam Houston's role in the Texas Revolution?

  • He was a member of the Mexican government.
  • He led the American forces during the revolution. (correct)
  • He was a prominent supporter of slavery in Texas.
  • He was a Mexican leader who negotiated peace.

What was John Tyler known for during his presidency?

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What was the primary goal of James Polk during his presidency regarding territorial expansion?

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What was the primary outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

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What was the main idea behind the Wilmot Proviso?

<p>To prevent slavery in territories acquired from Mexico. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key component of Henry Clay's Compromise of 1850?

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Which political party emerged in the North, opposing the expansion of slavery?

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What was the significance of the Lincoln-Douglas debates?

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What consequence did John Brown face for his actions at Harper's Ferry?

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What issue did the Kansas-Nebraska Act address?

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What was the main reason for the formation of the Free Soil Party?

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Which event is known as 'Bleeding Kansas'?

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What aspect of the Fugitive Slave Act was particularly controversial?

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Mexican Independence

Mexico gained freedom from Spain in 1821, but faced a lack of citizens.

Texas Revolution

Conflict starting in 1836 over American desires to own slaves in Texas, which was against Mexican law.

Manifest Destiny

The belief that the US was destined to expand westward, according to God.

Election of 1844

Polk, a Democrat, wanted Texas, while Clay, a Whig, hesitated about expansion.

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Mexican-American War

Conflict between the U.S. and Mexico (1846-1848) over territory.

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Annexation

The process of adding a foreign territory to a country.

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Mexican Cession

Land gained by the U.S. from Mexico after the Mexican-American War.

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Wilmot Proviso

Proposal to ban slavery in any territory acquired from Mexico.

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Compromise of 1850

Set of agreements addressing the issue of slavery in newly acquired territories.

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Fugitive Slave Act

Law allowing slaveholders to recapture runaway slaves in the North.

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Kansas-Nebraska Act

Legislation that allowed new territories to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty.

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Republican Party

Political party formed in opposition to the expansion of slavery.

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Bleeding Kansas

Period of violence over the issue of slavery influencing Kansas.

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John Brown

Abolitionist who advocated for violence against slaveholders.

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Freeport Doctrine

Douglas' response to Lincoln's questioning of his position on slavery expansion.

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