Westward expansion

 Which treaty established these terms of peace to end the war between the United States and Mexico?

• Treaty of Paris
• Adam-Onis Treaty
• Treaty of Washington
• Treaty of Guadalupe Hildalgo

The historical era of Westward Expansion is best characterized by

• Civil War
• Social Reform
• Expansion Overseas
• Westward Movement

Which of these is required of a U.S. territory in order for it to become a U.S. state?

• Election of a state governor
• A population of 60,000 people
• An established form of currency
• Appointment of the first postmaster

Which area is indicated as “5” on the map?

• Texas Territory
• Indian Territory
• Gadsden Purchase
• Disputed Territory with France

One reason California achieved statehood earlier than other territories in the American Southwest was

• a population boom related to the California gold rush
• a series of terrible winters across the Rocky Mountains
• a transcontinental railroad linking the East with the West
• a threat of raids along the border of New Mexico Territory

During the mid-eighteenth century, many new Chinese immigrants contributed to American society by 

• extracting natural resources in California
• policing dangerous streets in Northeast cities
• establishing small farms across the Great Plains
• introducing new textile innovations to the South

What did the U.S. gain with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hildago?

• the Northwest Territory
• Florida and Alabama
• Oregon and Washington
• Texas and California

The first railroad to cross the United States was the....

• Union Pacific Railroad
• Central Pacific Railroad
• Missouri Railroad
• Transcontinental Railroad

Why was the transcontinental railroad beneficial to America?

• The railroad was built over mountains that were impassable in stagecoach.
• Railroads provided a faster, safer, and cheaper transportation.
• Railroads allowed People to bring their furniture to the Great Plains.
• Railroads crossed rivers which were difficult to cross earlier.

How were the Chinese discriminated against?

• They were denied water and supplies
• Black Codes prevented their freedoms
• they were objected to Jim Crow Laws
• they were paid less than other workers