25 Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny

Open Ended

What might be your fate or destiny in life?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following territories was NOT acquired by the United States during the era of Westward Expansion (1801-1861)?

• Louisiana Purchase

• Mexican Cession

• Oregon Country

• Florida Keys

Match

Match the quotes to the meaning.

• It was the fulfillment of our manifest destiny...

• ...to overspread the continent allotted by Providence..

• ..for the free development of our yearly multiplying millions.”

We achieved our purpose

God has given us the right to expand

so our growing population can settle

• We achieved our purpose

• God has given us the right to expand

• so our growing population can settle

Draw

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the idea of Manifest Destiny?

• The belief that the US was destined to expand its territory and spread its values across North America.

• The idea that the US should remain isolated from other countries.

• The belief that only the East Coast should be developed.

• The idea that the US should return land to Native Americans.

Poll

Do you think the American settlers will follow through on their promise to become 'Mexicanized' when settling in Texas?

• Yes

• No

Reorder

Sum up the timeline of Texas statehood.

• Santa Anna tries to force the Americans out

• American settlers refuse to leave the Alamo

• Texas becomes the "lone state republic" bc Jackson says it cant become a slave state

• Texas finally becomes a state in 1845

• Six Flags amusement parks is named for the 6 flags that flew over Texas: Spain, France, Mexico, Lone Star, CSA, & USA

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Open Ended

How did the outcome of the Mexican–American War change the territorial boundaries of the United States? Use specific details in your answer.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the main criticism of the Mexican War according to the critics shown in the image?

• It was an act of unnecessary aggression and expansionism.

• It was a justified defense against Mexican attacks.

• It was a war to liberate oppressed people in Mexico.

• It was fought to protect American settlers from danger.