Westward Expansion Review

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In 1846 the United States gained land and established a border with Great Britain.

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Oregon Treaty

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In 1803 the United States doubled its size by getting land from France.

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Louisiana Purchase

Front

In 1787 the United States created a law that established how territories would be settled and new states added.

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Northwest Ordinance

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In 1893 it was acquired to provide the U.S. with a strategic military base in the Pacific.

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Hawaii

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The rapid, westward movement of many people seeking great wealth.

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Gold Rush

Front

In 1867 we purchased the territory from Russia for 7 million dollars.

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Alaska

Front

When powered machines were developed for manufacturing, agriculture, and transportation.

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Industrial Revolution

Front

What was Lewis and Clark's main goal on their expedition?

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to find a water route to the Pacific

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Why were people willing to leave their homes and families behind to move to the western territories?

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All three of the answers mentioned

Front

Which one is a cause and consequence of the Gold Rush?

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Gold was discovered on Mr. Sutter's land in California and people flocked to California to get rich quickly.