westward expansion Flashcards
Andrew Jackson signed what bill which allowed the purchase of Indian tribal lands in the east while relocating those living on the lands to the west?
Indian Removal Act of 1830
John Calhoun was the ______ from the state of ______
senator, South Carolina
John Calhoun was a song supporter of the __________.
States
Who strictly opposed the Compromise of 1850?
John Calhoun
What was the Indian Removal Act of 1830 and who signed it?
It allowed the purchase of Indian tribal lands in the east while relocating those living on the lands to the west. Andrew Jackson signed it.
What were Lewis and Clark best known for?
First citizens to journey from the west coast to the pacific ocean. They traveled from Missouri to Oregon making contact with many native tribes along the way.
Lewis and Clark traveled between which two cities?
Missouri and Oregon
Which president was responsible for the Louisiana purchase.
Thomas Jefferson.
The Louisiana Territory was purchased from which country?
France
Which president is known for doubling the size of the country and how did he do this?
Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase
Sacagawea was known for what?
Working as an interpreter and guide for Lewis and Clark on their expedition.
Who is the 5th president of the US?
James Monroe
What is James Monroe most well known for?
His doctrine stating that the United States would no longer tolerate European intervention and colonization in america.
Henry Clay was the _______from the state of ___________.
Senator , Kentucky
Henry Clay was a strong opponent of both the ______________ and _________.
Manifest destiny and the Mexican American war.
