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What era in history represents what Thoreau is talking about?

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This quote represents the era of Westward Expansion in the United States, specifically driven by the philosophy of Manifest Destiny.

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What words/phrases in the passage led to your answer of #1?

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The following specific phrases from the text point directly to Westward Expansion: "Walk toward Oregon", "That way the nation is moving", "Mankind (progresses) from east to west", "Go westward as into the future", "Spirit of enterprise and adventure".

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List at least 5 things you know about Westward Expansion.

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1. The Oregon Trail: Hundreds of thousands of settlers traveled roughly 2,000 miles from Missouri to Oregon. 2. The California Gold Rush (1849): Triggered a massive influx of settlers to the West Coast. 3. Displacement of Native Americans: Resulted in the forced removal of indigenous tribes. 4. Territorial Acquisitions: Significant expansion through diplomacy and war. 5. The Homestead Act (1862): Provided land to settlers for a small fee.

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How were the Indians in the Northwest Territory supposed to be treated?

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They were to be treated with "utmost good faith," meaning their rights and property were to be respected and protected by law.

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How many inhabitants would a territory need to become a state?

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A territory would need 60,000 free inhabitants to become a state.

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How was the issue of slavery dealt with?

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It was banned in the territory, but there was a "Fugitive Slave" clause allowing escaped slaves to be reclaimed.

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Why were Mormons seeking a religious refuge?

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They faced violent persecution for their religious beliefs and practices.

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What part of the Bill of Rights was not being followed when people persecuted the Mormons?

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The persecution violated the First Amendment, specifically the Freedom of Religion.

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Where did the Mormons eventually settle?

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They settled in the Salt Lake Valley in what is now Utah.

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Why did Americans feel it was their 'God-given right' to settle from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean?

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They believed in Manifest Destiny, which held that God had chosen them to spread democracy and capitalism.