westward expansion

Question 2

What was the primary motivation for westward expansion in the United States?

Answer 2

The primary motivation was the belief in Manifest Destiny, the idea that Americans were destined to expand across the continent.

Question 3

True or False: The Louisiana Purchase occurred in 1803.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a significant route for settlers moving west during the mid-1800s.

Answer 4

Oregon Trail

Question 5

Which event led to the U.S. acquiring California and New Mexico?

Answer 5

The Mexican-American War

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a reason for westward expansion? A) Economic opportunity B) Religious freedom C) Isolationism

Answer 6

C) Isolationism

Question 7

What year did the California Gold Rush begin?

Answer 7

1849

Question 8

True or False: The Homestead Act of 1862 offered land to settlers for free.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a series of laws passed to encourage settlement in the West by providing land.

Answer 9

Homestead Act

Question 10

What was the significance of the Gadsden Purchase in 1854?

Answer 10

It facilitated the construction of a southern transcontinental railroad.

Question 11

Multiple Choice: The term ‘49ers’ refers to: A) Soldiers in the Civil War B) Gold rush miners in California C) Settlers in the Oregon Trail

Answer 11

B) Gold rush miners in California

Question 12

What was the main purpose of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

Answer 12

To explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory and find a route to the Pacific Ocean.

Question 13

True or False: The Oregon Trail was primarily used by fur traders.

Answer 13

False

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1850 was part of the Compromise of 1850 and aimed to strengthen the Fugitive Slave Law.

Answer 14

Fugitive Slave

Question 15

Which Native American tribes were significantly affected by westward expansion?

Answer 15

Many tribes, including the Sioux, Cheyenne, and Nez Perce, were affected.

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which territory was acquired through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo? A) Alaska B) Hawaii C) California

Answer 16

C) California

Question 17

What was the impact of the Transcontinental Railroad on westward expansion?

Answer 17

It facilitated faster movement of people and goods, accelerating settlement.

Question 18

True or False: The Wilmot Proviso aimed to prevent the expansion of slavery into territories acquired from Mexico.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a conflict between Native Americans and settlers over land and resources.

Answer 19

Indian Wars

Question 20

What did the phrase ‘Go West, young man’ symbolize?

Answer 20

The encouragement of young Americans to seek opportunities in the western territories.

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major consequence of the westward expansion? A) Decrease in Native American populations B) Increase in agricultural production C) Both A and B

Answer 21

C) Both A and B

Question 22

What year was the Oregon Trail officially established?

Answer 22

The Oregon Trail was established in the 1830s.

Question 23

True or False: The Dawes Act aimed to assimilate Native Americans into American society.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a movement that advocated for the expansion of the U.S. territory across North America.

Answer 24

Manifest Destiny

Question 25

Which event marked the end of the Indian Wars?

Answer 25

The Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890 is often cited as the end.

Question 26

Multiple Choice: The phrase 'Pioneers' refers to: A) Native American tribes B) Early settlers moving to the West C) Government officials

Answer 26

B) Early settlers moving to the West

Question 27

What was the main outcome of the Missouri Compromise?

Answer 27

It maintained the balance between free and slave states.

Question 28

True or False: The U.S. government provided support to settlers through land grants and financial incentives.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The __________ Trail was a critical route for settlers heading to Utah.

Answer 29

Mormon

Question 30

What was the significance of the Homestead Act for women?

Answer 30

It allowed women to claim land in their own names.

Question 31

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a factor in the displacement of Native Americans? A) Railroad expansion B) Land treaties C) Both A and B

Answer 31

C) Both A and B

Question 32

What was the primary economic activity in the West during the early years of settlement?

Answer 32

Mining and agriculture were the primary economic activities.

Question 33

True or False: The Gold Rush resulted in a diverse population in California.

Answer 33

True

Question 34

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a treaty that ended the Mexican-American War.

Answer 34

Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

Question 35

Which famous trail was used for cattle drives in the late 19th century?

Answer 35

The Chisholm Trail

Question 36

Multiple Choice: The term 'squatters' refers to: A) Legal landowners B) Settlers who occupied land without legal title C) Government officials

Answer 36

B) Settlers who occupied land without legal title

Question 37

What was the purpose of the Pacific Railway Act of 1862?

Answer 37

To promote the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad.

Question 38

True or False: The Homestead Act required settlers to live on the land for five years to claim it.

Answer 38

True