U.S. History Expansion and Territorial Acquisitions Quiz

What was the term used to describe the belief that the United States was destined to expand across the North American continent?

Who led the Lewis and Clark expedition to explore the western territories of the United States?

Which conflict between the United States and Mexico resulted in the acquisition of territories such as California and New Mexico?

In 1803, the United States purchased a large territory from France in what is known as the __________ Purchase.

What was the period in United States history characterized by territorial expansion, often at the expense of Native American tribes?

Which treaty ended the Mexican-American War and resulted in the United States acquiring territories such as California and New Mexico?

Which political ideology promoted the belief that the United States was destined to expand its territory across the North American continent?

Which event resulted in the United States acquiring territories such as California and New Mexico?

What political ideology promoted the belief in the expansion of the United States across the North American continent?

The period in United States history characterized by territorial expansion, often at the expense of Native American tribes, is known as: