President James K Polk

President James K Polk

8th Grade

8 Qs

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President James K Polk

President James K Polk

Assessment

Quiz

History

8th Grade

Easy

Created by

Coach Jones

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8 questions

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1.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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What was James K Polk's political party when he was elected president?​ (a)  

Democratic
Whig
Federalist
Republican

Answer explanation

James K Polk was a member of the Democratic Party when he was elected as the 11th President of the United States. He served from 1845 to 1849.

2.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which state did President James K Polk represent in the House of Representatives?​ (a)  

Tennessee
Virginia
Texas
New York

Answer explanation

President James K Polk represented the state of Tennessee in the House of Representatives. He served as a member of the House from 1825 to 1839.

3.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which territory did James K Polk acquire through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?​ (a)  

California
Hawaii
Texas
Alaska

Answer explanation

James K Polk acquired California through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. The treaty was signed in 1848, ending the Mexican-American War.

4.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which statement best describes James K Polk's presidency?​ (a)  

He expanded the territory of the United States
first president of the United States.
He served as president for three terms.
He abolished slavery during his presidency.

Answer explanation

James K Polk's presidency is known for significant territorial expansion. Through various treaties and actions, he acquired territories like California, Oregon, and the southwestern part of the United States, adding millions of square miles to the country's size.

5.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which state was admitted to the United States during James K Polk's presidency?​ (a)  

Texas
Florida
Ohio
Louisiana

Answer explanation

Texas was admitted to the United States as a state during James K Polk's presidency. It officially joined the Union on December 29, 1845.

6.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which major infrastructure project was completed during President James K Polk's administration?​ (a)  

The Transcontinental Railroad
The Hoover Dam
The Golden Gate Bridge
The Panama Canal

Answer explanation

The Transcontinental Railroad was completed during President James K Polk's administration. The project linked the eastern and western coasts of the United States, greatly facilitating transportation and trade across the country.

7.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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What was one of President James K Polk's major accomplishments?​ (a)  

Acquiring the Oregon Territory
Signing the Declaration of Independence
Establishing the National Park System
Abolishing slavery

Answer explanation

One of President James K Polk's major accomplishments was acquiring the Oregon Territory through the Oregon Treaty. It was signed in 1846 and secured the region for the United States.

8.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which war was initiated during James K Polk's presidency?​ (a)  

Mexican-American War
American Civil War
World War II
War of 1812

Answer explanation

The Mexican-American War was initiated during James K Polk's presidency. It began in 1846 and ended in 1848, resulting in significant territorial gains for the United States.