Manifest Destiny

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Where did many Asian immigrants during the 1800s arrive to the United States?

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California along the Pacific Ocean

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This example of American art is best known as-
Options: The Bride Path by Winslow Homer, Under the Horse Chestnut Tree by Mary Cassatt, American Progress by John Gast, American Gothic by Grant Wood

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American Progress by John Gast

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During the early to mid 1800s, which of the following contributed to the increased belief of Manifest Destiny? Options: the emergence of the Republican Party, the expansion of slavery in the New England states, the prospect of inexpensive land, Congress reducing tariffs

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the prospect of inexpensive land

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The idea that God and history had selected America to expand its boundaries over the continent of North America was known as...

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Manifest Destiny

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Which of these was a goal shared by many advocates of Manifest Destiny? Withdrawing from foreign affairs, Returning to an agrarian economy, Abolishing slavery throughout the United States, Occupying all of North America

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Occupying all of North America

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What was one reason James K. Polk won the presidential election of 1844?

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He was committed to fulfilling the goals of Manifest Destiny.

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Which concept relates to the expansion of the U.S. from coast to coast after acquiring the Oregon Territory in 1846 and the Mexican Cession in 1848?

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Manifest Destiny

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How did many Americans act on their belief in the Manifest Destiny of the United States in the 1800s?

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Many settlers moved west to start a new life.

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How does the picture demonstrate the belief in Manifest Destiny?

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Pioneers are shown moving West bringing new transportation and communication technologies.

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Where was most of the territory the United States acquired during the era of Manifest Destiny?

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Most acquisitions were west of the Mississippi River.