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Which president orchestrated the purchase of the Louisiana Territory from France?
Which president orchestrated the purchase of the Louisiana Territory from France?
- George Washington
- John Adams
- Thomas Jefferson (correct)
- James Madison
President Polk aimed to extend a territory northward into present-day Canada, but it eventually settled at the 49th parallel after being divided with Great Britain. What territory is this?
President Polk aimed to extend a territory northward into present-day Canada, but it eventually settled at the 49th parallel after being divided with Great Britain. What territory is this?
- Texas Territory
- Gadsden Purchase
- Oregon Territory (correct)
- Mexican Cession
John Gast's "American Progress" illustrates the westward movement of Americans. What was a primary motivation for families to leave their homes in the East and journey westward?
John Gast's "American Progress" illustrates the westward movement of Americans. What was a primary motivation for families to leave their homes in the East and journey westward?
- To escape British rule
- To acquire new land and wealth (correct)
- To escape living in the United States and live in a different country
- To raise buffalo in the Great Plains
A Pennsylvania newspaper headline reads: "Southern independent republic (country) gives up independence to join the United States!" To what event is this headline referring?
A Pennsylvania newspaper headline reads: "Southern independent republic (country) gives up independence to join the United States!" To what event is this headline referring?
After the United States acquired California and the Southwest, a strip of land in present-day Arizona and New Mexico was purchased to facilitate railroad construction. What is the name of this purchase from Mexico?
After the United States acquired California and the Southwest, a strip of land in present-day Arizona and New Mexico was purchased to facilitate railroad construction. What is the name of this purchase from Mexico?
On a map of the United States in the mid-19th century, a territory is colored RED. Which of the following best describes that territory?
On a map of the United States in the mid-19th century, a territory is colored RED. Which of the following best describes that territory?
On a map of the United States in the mid-19th century, a territory is colored ORANGE. Which of the following best describes that territory?
On a map of the United States in the mid-19th century, a territory is colored ORANGE. Which of the following best describes that territory?
How did the United States fundamentally change in the period between 1801 and 1861?
How did the United States fundamentally change in the period between 1801 and 1861?
What economic opportunities motivated many families in the eastern United States to travel west?
What economic opportunities motivated many families in the eastern United States to travel west?
Which statement best characterizes the experience of individuals who migrated to California during the Gold Rush?
Which statement best characterizes the experience of individuals who migrated to California during the Gold Rush?
Which title best encapsulates the key theme of the events of the early to mid-1800's?
Which title best encapsulates the key theme of the events of the early to mid-1800's?
What concept is most accurately represented in the above illustration, showing the movement to the West?
What concept is most accurately represented in the above illustration, showing the movement to the West?
Many northern traders used an overland trade route to exchange manufactured goods for gold, silver, and fur. Which trail is this?
Many northern traders used an overland trade route to exchange manufactured goods for gold, silver, and fur. Which trail is this?
"I have lived on the Joneses' farm for 6 years now and tried to save for my own land. Land is expensive to purchase and there is not much left to buy." According to this statement, why might this person move west?
"I have lived on the Joneses' farm for 6 years now and tried to save for my own land. Land is expensive to purchase and there is not much left to buy." According to this statement, why might this person move west?
What does the 49th parallel line represent?
What does the 49th parallel line represent?
A family traveled from Independence, Missouri, braving harsh conditions to reach Oregon Country. Which trail did they most likely take?
A family traveled from Independence, Missouri, braving harsh conditions to reach Oregon Country. Which trail did they most likely take?
Why did many enslaved African Americans seek freedom and a new life by fleeing to the west in the 1800s?
Why did many enslaved African Americans seek freedom and a new life by fleeing to the west in the 1800s?
During the Texas Revolution, a pivotal battle occurred where Santa Anna's troops killed approximately 200 Texas settlers at an Old Spanish mission. What is the name of this battle site?
During the Texas Revolution, a pivotal battle occurred where Santa Anna's troops killed approximately 200 Texas settlers at an Old Spanish mission. What is the name of this battle site?
"I do not think Texas should be admitted to the United States of America...There would be more senators and representatives that would support slavery..." From which type of state is this person most likely?
"I do not think Texas should be admitted to the United States of America...There would be more senators and representatives that would support slavery..." From which type of state is this person most likely?
Flashcards
Louisiana Purchase
Louisiana Purchase
The purchase of land from France in 1803, doubling the size of the U.S.
Oregon Territory
Oregon Territory
Territory acquired that extends into present-day Canada, its boundary was set at the 49th parallel after division with Great Britain.
Westward Expansion Motivations
Westward Expansion Motivations
Many families moved west hoping to acquire new land and improve their financial circumstances.
Texas Statehood
Texas Statehood
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Gadsden Purchase
Gadsden Purchase
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Independent Texas
Independent Texas
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Florida Acquisition
Florida Acquisition
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California and Southwest
California and Southwest
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Territorial Expansion (1801-1861)
Territorial Expansion (1801-1861)
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Economic Opportunities (Westward)
Economic Opportunities (Westward)
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California's Gold Rush outcomes
California's Gold Rush outcomes
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Territorial Growth TimeLine
Territorial Growth TimeLine
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Manifest Destiny
Manifest Destiny
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Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe Trail
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Opportunity in the West
Opportunity in the West
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49th Parallel
49th Parallel
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Oregon Country Trail
Oregon Country Trail
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Escape Westward Motivation (Enslaved)
Escape Westward Motivation (Enslaved)
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Texas Revolution Battle Site
Texas Revolution Battle Site
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Northern State's Viewpoint
Northern State's Viewpoint
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Study Notes
- The Louisiana Territory was purchased from France by Thomas Jefferson.
- President Polk wanted the Oregon Territory to extend north into present-day Canada.
- The Oregon Territory's boundary was set at the 49th parallel after being divided with Great Britain.
- "American Progress" illustrates families moving west in search of new land and wealth.
- A Pennsylvania headline refers to Texas becoming a state after being an independent republic.
- The Gadsden Purchase was acquired after the US obtained California and the southwest, for building railroads and was bought from Mexico for $10 million.
- On maps, the territory in RED represents Texas, which was once an independent republic.
- On maps, the territory in ORANGE represents Florida, which was gained by the United States through a treaty with Spain.
- On maps, the BLUE territory represents California and the southwest.
- Between 1801 and 1861, the United States underwent vast territorial expansion and settlement.
- Eastern families traveled west for economic opportunities, including the California Gold Rush, logging, and farming.
- Thousands traveled to California by land or sea, but few became rich finding gold.
- The best title for a timeline of this era is "Events Resulting in the Territorial Growth of the United States."
- The best title for an illustration of westward expansion is "Manifest Destiny: Moving West."
- The Santa Fe Trail was used by northern traders to bring manufactured goods in exchange for gold, silver, and fur.
- People moved west for the availability of cheap, fertile land.
- The 49th parallel line shown on maps is a latitude line.
- Lily and her family took the Oregon Trail to get to Oregon Country.
- Enslaved African Americans fled west in the 1800s because the chances of being caught were low in the newly claimed territories.
- During the Texas Revolution, Santa Anna's troops attacked and killed 200 Texas settlers at the Alamo.
- Someone against Texas joining the U.S. due to slavery most likely came from a Northern state.
- Eli Whitney's cotton gin increased the demand for slave labor and increased cotton production.
- Cyrus McCormick and Jo Anderson are credited with an invention.
- Robert Fulton's steamboat improvements connected southern farms to northern factories and western territories.
- Increased farm production best completes a diagram.
- Provided faster land transportation improved transportation.
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