
The Country Expands (Slides 1-3)
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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the first expansion beyond the thirteen colonies? Options: Louisiana Territory, Northwest Territory, Oregon Territory, Florida
Back
Northwest Territory
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase?
Back
It doubled the size of the United States and facilitated westward expansion.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which Red River Valley territories were acquired by the United States in 1818? Options: Texas and California, North Dakota and Minnesota, Oregon and Washington, Arizona and New Mexico
Back
North Dakota and Minnesota
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What concept justified the expansionist policies of the U.S. government?
Back
Manifest Destiny
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the purpose of the Gadsden Purchase?
Back
To provide land for a southern transcontinental railroad
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Alaska Purchase also known as?
Back
Seward's Folly
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
From which country did the United States purchase the Louisiana Purchase?
Back
France
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