
Westward Expansion
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Define Westward Expansion
Back
The movement of settler and the spread of U.S. territory westward across North America during the 19th century.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define Manifest Destiny
Back
The idea that the U.S. had a divine right and duty to expand its territory across the North American continent.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Louisiana Purchase?
Back
A land deal in which the U.S. purchased territory from France, doubling the size of the country.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which president asked Congress to pay for a trailblazing expedition to explore the Louisiana Territory?
Back
Thomas Jefferson
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Who did the president appoint to lead the expedition west?
Back
Meriwether Lewis
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What was the Oregon Trail?
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A 2,000 mile path that pioneers used to travel west from Missouri to Oregon.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What were some reason people traveled on the Oregon Trail?
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Cheap land & new opportunities, escaping religious persecution, and seeking gold in California.
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