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Chapter 14

Westward Expansion Questions

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These quotes represent what part of the Westward Expansion? “The United States has the natural right to expand all the way to the Pacific Ocean" and "The American settlers’ lifestyle is superior to the lifestyle of American Indians.” Manifest Destiny
How did James K. Polk win election as president in 1844? He promised to expand the United States to the west.
Did the discovery of gold in California increase or decrease the population from 1847-1849? It increased the population from 800 to 100,000 in just 2 years.
The __________ was an overland trail that went through the physical barrier of the Appalachian Mountains. Wilderness Road
The __________ was an overland trail that went through the physical gateway of the Great Plains. Oregon Trail
Which word best describes the people who moved west to meet the needs of miners? Entrepreneurs
Which president’s beliefs and actions most contributed to the change described below? "Great Britain and the U.S. initially agreed to joint occupation of land in this area. The dispute over claims to land here was resolved by a treaty in 1848. Land was divided between the two countries along the 49th parallel of latitude." James K. Polk
How did the Gold Rush affect California’s statehood? It helped California become a state sooner because the population grew quickly.
Which example specifically describes people in the United States overcoming a physical barrier? Pioneers crossed the Rocky Mountains on their way to the Oregon Territory.
True or False? The U.S. gains land from Mexico in the treaty signed at the end of the war. True
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