Unit 5 Review Guide - Westward Expansion

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Describe the importance of the railroads in Westward Expansion (why did the US need them?)

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They facilitated faster travel and transport of goods.

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Describe the impact of the railroads in Westward Expansion (what effect did they have?).

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Facilitated faster travel and settlement

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The Homestead Act was a law that:

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Granted 160 acres of public land to settlers for a small fee after five years of residence.

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Describe two ways Westward Expansion impacted Native Americans.

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Loss of land and forced relocation.

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What is the definition of "reservation"?

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An arrangement to secure accommodations at a restaurant or hotel

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What was the impact of Westward Expansion on Native American culture?

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It resulted in the displacement and cultural assimilation of Native Americans.

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What was the Dawes Act and why did it fail?

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The Dawes Act was a law aimed at assimilating Native Americans by allotting them individual plots of land, but it failed due to lack of understanding of Native American culture and resulted in loss of tribal land.

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What is the definition of Isolationism?

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Isolationism is a foreign policy approach where a country seeks to minimize its involvement in international affairs, avoiding alliances and conflicts with other nations.

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What is the definition of Expansionism?

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Expansionism is a policy or ideology that advocates for the expansion of a nation's territory or influence, often through military conquest, colonization, or economic dominance.

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What is the definition of Imperialism?

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Imperialism is a policy or ideology where a country extends its power and influence over other nations or territories, often through colonization, military force, or other means.