Unit 13 practice exam

Front

Which countries claimed the Oregon Country? Options: United States, Great Britain, Russia, Spain; United States, France, Mexico, Canada; United States, Germany, Italy, Japan

Back

United States, Great Britain, Russia, Spain

Front

What treaty involved Spain giving up claims to land north of California?

Back

Adams-Onís Treaty

Front

Who were the first people from the United States to live in the Oregon Country?

Back

Fur traders, or mountain men

Front

What was the slogan of James K. Polk during the presidential election?

Back

"Fifty-Four Forty or Fight"

Front

What latitude was agreed upon as the border between the American and British parts of Oregon?

Back

49°N

Front

When did Florida become a United States territory?

Back

1821

Front

Why was Florida's application for statehood delayed?

Back

Admitting Florida as a slave state would upset the balance in Congress

Front

Which state joined the union as a free state in 1845?

Back

Iowa

Front

What was the rallying cry for American settlers in Texas?

Back

"Remember the Alamo"

Front

What battle led to Texas becoming an independent country?

Back

Battle of San Jacinto