Land Acquisitions Quiz

Who purchased the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803?

• James Madison

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

Which territory doubled the size of the United States in landmass?

• Louisiana

• Oregon

• Texas

• Florida

Which territory was acquired from Spain in 1819?

• Florida

• Texas

• Oregon

• Louisiana

Who led the Texans in the Battle of San Jacinto?

• Sam Houston

• Davy Crockett

• Andrew Jackson

• Stephen Austin

Which territory was acquired from Mexico in 1848?

• Mexican Cession

• Florida

• Texas

• Oregon

Which territory was acquired for the purpose of building a transcontinental railroad?

• Florida

• Texas

• Gadsden Purchase

• Mexican Cession

Who explored the newly acquired Louisiana Territory?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Lewis and Clark

Which territory was the first permanent settlement in North America?

• Florida

• Texas

• Louisiana

• Oregon

Which territory was controlled by Great Britain before being acquired by the United States?

• Florida

• Texas

• Oregon

• Mexican Cession

Which territory was the last portion of land acquired in the early days of US history?

• Mexican Cession

• Texas

• Florida

• Gadsden Purchase