Westward Expansion

Open Ended

Who was elected president of the United States in 1844?

Open Ended

Define Manifest Destiny.

Multiple Choice

Which territory did the United States acquire from France in 1803, and how much did it cost?

• Florida for $5 million

• Louisiana for $15 million

• Texas for $10 million

• California for $20 million

Multiple Choice

In 1846, what was established as the boundary between the United States and Canada in the Oregon Territory?

• 45°N line

• 54°40' line

• 49°N line

• 42°N line

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of the Battle of San Jacinto in the Texas Revolution?

• It marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution.

• It resulted in Texas gaining independence from Mexico.

• It was the first battle between Texas and Mexico.

• It ended the Mexican-American War.

Multiple Choice

What was the main issue that delayed Texas from joining the United States?

• Texas did not want to join the United States.

• The United States was concerned about slavery in Texas.

• Mexico wanted Texas to remain independent.

• Texas did not have a stable government.

Open Ended

Which treaty ended the U.S.-Mexican War?

Multiple Choice

What was the main reason thousands of people moved to California in 1849?

• To find gold and become rich

• To escape religious persecution

• To buy land from the government

• To join the Mormon Church

Multiple Choice

Who led the Mormon Church west after the death of Joseph Smith?

• Brigham Young

• James Polk

• John Sutter

• Sam Houston

Multiple Choice

What were some of the main reasons behind the belief in Manifest Destiny during the Westward Expansion?

• Expanding democracy, security, pioneering spirit, romanticizing the West, and future prosperity

• Ending slavery, building factories, and increasing taxes

• Establishing monarchies, limiting immigration, and promoting isolationism

• Focusing only on the Atlantic coast and ignoring the West