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Manifest Destiny
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What was the Louisiana Purchase? | The Louisiana Purchase was the acquisition of a vast territory from France by the United States in 1803, doubling the size of the country. |
| Who were Lewis and Clark, and what was their role in westward expansion? | Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the Lewis and Clark expedition, exploring the newly acquired Louisiana Territory and mapping a route to the Pacific. |
| What was Manifest Destiny? | Manifest Destiny was the 19th-century belief that it was the destiny of the United States to expand across the continent from the Atlantic to the Pacific. |
| How did the Oregon Trail contribute to westward migration? | The Oregon Trail was a key route for pioneers moving westward |
| What impact did the California Gold Rush have on westward expansion? | The California Gold Rush of 1849 attracted a massive influx of settlers, accelerating westward expansion and contributing to California's statehood. |
| How did the transcontinental railroad impact westward migration? | The transcontinental railroad facilitated faster and more efficient travel, connecting the East to the West and accelerating westward expansion. |
| Describe the impact of the Texas Annexation on westward expansion. | The Texas Annexation in 1845 contributed to tensions between the United States and Mexico, eventually leading to the Mexican-American War and territorial gains |
| What challenges did pioneers face during westward migration? | Pioneers faced challenges such as harsh weather, difficult terrain, Native American conflicts, and resource scarcity during their westward journeys. |
| What were the economic motivations for westward migration? | Economic motivations included the promise of fertile land, natural resources, and opportunities for trade, agriculture, and commerce. |
| Explain the impact of westward expansion on the natural environment. | Westward expansion resulted in environmental changes, including deforestation, overhunting, and disruption of ecosystems due to increased human activity. |
| What were the environmental consequences of westward migration? | Westward migration led to soil depletion, water source alterations, and other environmental impacts as settlers adapted to new landscapes. |
| What was the Oregon Trail, and when was it commonly used? | The Oregon Trail was a historic wagon route that connected the Missouri River to Oregon, commonly used by pioneers during the mid-19th century, particularly from the 1840s to the 1860s. |
| Why did pioneers embark on the journey along the Oregon Trail? | Pioneers took the journey on the Oregon Trail in search of fertile land, economic opportunities, and a better life on the West Coast. |
| How long was the Oregon Trail, and what was its general route? | The Oregon Trail stretched approximately 2,000 miles, starting in Missouri and ending in Oregon. |
| How long did it typically take for pioneers to complete the Oregon Trail journey? | The journey along the Oregon Trail usually took about three to four months, depending on weather conditions, the size of the wagon train, and other factors. |
| What was the Mormon Trail? | The Mormon Trail was a historic migration route taken by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) |
| Why did the Mormons embark on the journey along the Mormon Trail? | The Mormons undertook the journey to escape persecution and discrimination, seeking a place where they could practice their religious beliefs freely and establish a community. |
| Where did the Mormon Trail lead, and what settlement did the Mormons establish at its end? | The Mormon Trail led to the Salt Lake City in present-day Utah. |
| Who were the leaders of the Lewis and Clark expedition? | The leaders of the Lewis and Clark expedition were Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. |
| When did the Lewis and Clark expedition take place? | The expedition took place from 1804 to 1806. |
| What was the purpose of the Lewis and Clark Expedition? | To explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory and find a route to the Pacific Ocean. |
| What was the Corps of Discovery? | The Corps of Discovery was the group of explorers led by Lewis and Clark. |
| How did the Lewis and Clark expedition contribute to American knowledge of the West? | The expedition greatly expanded knowledge of the West, mapping the geography, documenting plant and animal life, and establishing relations with Native American tribes. |
| What role did Sacagawea play in the Lewis and Clark expedition? | Sacagawea served as an interpreter, guide, and diplomat for the expedition, playing a crucial role in interactions with Native American tribes. |
| What was the main cause of the Mexican American War? | Its main causes included disputes over the annexation of Texas, the U.S.-Mexico border, and manifest destiny. |
| What role did the annexation of Texas play in triggering the Mexican American War? | The annexation of Texas by the United States in 1845 heightened tensions with Mexico, leading to territorial disputes and contributing to the outbreak of the war. |
| What were the terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, and how did it affect the territorial boundaries of the United States? | The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, signed in 1848, ended the war and ceded vast territories to the United States, including present-day California, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, and more. |
| What was the Gadsden Purchase, and when did it take place? | The Gadsden Purchase was the acquisition of a strip of land in present-day Arizona and New Mexico from Mexico by the United States in 1853. |
| Why did the United States pursue the Gadsden Purchase? | The U.S. sought the Gadsden Purchase to acquire land suitable for constructing a southern transcontinental railroad route and to settle border issues with Mexico. |
| How much did the United States pay for the Gadsen Purchase? | The U.S. paid Mexico $10 million for the Gadsden Purchase |
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