Westward Expansion 1

Open Ended

How do you think the journey westward might have felt for pioneers traveling in covered wagons or on horseback during the 1800s?

Multiple Choice

Why was the westward migration significant in the history of the United States?

• It led to the expansion of the country and new opportunities.

• It caused the country to shrink in size.

• It resulted in the loss of all western territories.

• It stopped the growth of the original 13 colonies.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a push factor that caused people to leave their homes during westward migration?

• Overcrowding in eastern cities

• Lack of farmland in the East

• Discovery of gold and silver

• Economic problems and unemployment

Open Ended

Explain how both push and pull factors influenced the decision of families to migrate westward in the United States.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were common hardships faced by pioneers traveling west? Select ALL that apply.

• Sickness such as cholera

• River crossings and bad weather

• Free or cheap land

• Simple food like beans and bacon

Fill in the Blanks

Westward migration led to the expansion of the United States from coast to

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Open Ended

Describe one lasting impact of westward migration on American society that is still evident today.

Open Ended

Reflecting on what you learned about westward migration, what questions do you still have or what would you like to know more about regarding the journey west?

Multiple Choice

How did westward migration impact the growth of the United States during the 1800s?

• It led to the expansion from the original 13 colonies to the Pacific Ocean.

• It caused the country to shrink in size.

• It resulted in the loss of western territories.

• It prevented the formation of new states.