Westward Expansion

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What geographical obstacles did pioneers face while moving west?

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Mountain ranges, rivers, and deserts

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How did the transcontinental railroad change the economy of the United States?

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It transported agricultural products to processing centers and helped major industries such as flour milling and meat processing develop in cities like Chicago.

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What were Boom Towns?

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Towns that were developed when gold and silver was found in a particular place.

Front

Cause and effect relationship of the War of 1812?

• France established colonies in North America and as a result forced Americans out.
• Britain became a threat and as a result a wave of nationalism swept across the U.S.
• Spain was added to the U.S. and as a result allowed Americans to expand their land.
• The Americans defeated the British during a battle in Washington D.C. in the U.S.

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Britain became a threat and as a result a wave of nationalism swept across the U.S.

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How did Daniel Boone modify the environment in Kentucky to promote settlement during early Westward Expansion?

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He cut a trail through the mountains.

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How did the Ohio River promote human settlement during Westward Expansion?

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The river was used for travel to other close settlements.

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What was the most likely cause of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

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The desire to know what resources there were

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Effect of the idea of the Manifest Destiny?

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America should extend from Atlantic Ocean to Pacific Ocean.

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During Westward Expansion, what was the most likely reason for Thomas Jefferson to acquire the Louisiana Purchase for the United States?

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He wanted to expand the borders of the United States.

Front

One effect of the Indian Removal Act was the __________________________.

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trip by Cherokees to Indian territory called the Trail of Tears.