Chapter 16: Manifest Destiny and Sectionalism

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What is manifest destiny?

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What seemed to be the main reason to start the Mexican-American War?

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What was the main issue people had with the Mormons?

Multiple Choice

What state was added as a free state under the Compromise of 1850?

• Texas

• Vermont

• California

• Arkansas

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Why was the Kansas-Nebraska Act so controversial?

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What ultimately led to Buchanan winning the election of 1856?

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How did the Dred Scott decision further push support for slavery?

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Since Lincoln won the election of 1860, how do you think southern states are going to react?