Chapter 7 Exam

Front

What was the belief of Manifest Destiny about?

Back

The belief that Americans should expand their land and spread their beliefs and ideals

Front

What was the result of the westward movement of whites on native peoples?

Back

Native peoples were relocated to the "Great American Desert" (present day Oklahoma)

Front

What was the Indian Territory later known as?

Back

Oklahoma

Front

What was the origin of many trails according to the slide?

Back

Animal paths

Front

What event in 1848 led to the beginning of a gold rush?

Back

The discovery of gold in California

Front

Who led the first wagon train on the Santa Fe Trail in 1821?

Back

William Becknell

Front

What year did Capt. Randolph Marcy lead a caravan of gold seekers from Fort Smith, AK towards Santa Fe, NM?

Back

1849

Front

For whom was Rock Mary named?

Back

Mary Conway

Front

How many travelers went west on northern trails in 1850 according to the Oregon Trail statistics?

Back

75,000

Front

Approximately how many individuals traveled through Indian territory on more southerly trails in the same year?

Back

25,000