Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion

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The belief that the United States was destined to stretch all the way across the continent of North America

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Manifest Destiny

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The war with Mexico began with

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a border dispute in Texas

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How did the U.S. acquire Oregon?

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treaty with the British in 1846

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Why was the Gadsden Purchase added to the U.S. in 1853?

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it was needed for the building of a railroad

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In what year did the United States purchase the Louisiana Territory?

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1803

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Which area on the map was acquired by the United States as a result of the Mexican War? Options: Texas Annexation, Mexican Cession, Oregon Territory

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Mexican Cession

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Name the piece of Land.

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Louisiana Purchase

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“Mr. Manifest Destiny”; added more territory to the United States than any other President.

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Polk

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Who does the man represent? Options: France, Britain, United States

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United States

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How did Jefferson double the size of the United States in 1803?

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The Louisiana Purchase