Westward Expansion Quiz

What was the concept of Manifest Destiny and how did it influence westward expansion in the United States?

• It was a peaceful negotiation with Native American tribes

• It had no impact on westward expansion

• It justified the acquisition of new territories and the displacement of Native American tribes.

• It only applied to the southern states

Explain the impact of Manifest Destiny on the Native American population during westward expansion.

• Manifest Destiny had no impact on the Native American population

• Manifest Destiny led to the preservation of Native American culture and traditions

• Native Americans willingly gave up their land during westward expansion

• Manifest Destiny led to the displacement and forced relocation of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands.

What were the main goals of the Homestead Act and how did it contribute to westward expansion?

• To discourage settlement and agricultural development in the western United States

• To promote industrial development in the eastern United States

• To establish a monarchy in the western territories

• To encourage settlement and agricultural development in the western United States by offering free land to settlers.

Describe the requirements and benefits of the Homestead Act for settlers moving west.

• The requirements included being a Canadian citizen and paying a fee to claim the land. The benefits included receiving free livestock and supplies.

• The requirements included being a Mexican citizen and building a home on the land. The benefits included the opportunity to claim 320 acres of land for free.

• The requirements included being a European citizen and serving in the military. The benefits included receiving a monthly stipend and free transportation.

• The requirements included being a US citizen or intending to become one, building a home on the land, and cultivating it for at least five years. The benefits included the opportunity to claim 160 acres of land for free.

How did conflicts with Native American tribes impact the westward expansion of the United States?

• Conflicts with Native American tribes had no impact on westward expansion

• Native American tribes willingly gave up their land for westward expansion

• Native American tribes were displaced and their land was taken, allowing for the westward expansion of the United States.

• The United States government provided fair compensation to Native American tribes for their land

What were some of the major conflicts between the U.S. government and Native American tribes during westward expansion?

• Trail of Tears, Battle of Little Bighorn, Wounded Knee Massacre

• French and Indian War, War of 1812, Mexican-American War

• Declaration of Independence, Louisiana Purchase, Monroe Doctrine

• Boston Tea Party, Emancipation Proclamation, Civil War

Who were some prominent Native American leaders who resisted westward expansion and what were their contributions to their tribes?

• Squanto, Powhatan, Massasoit - They all advocated for westward expansion and assisted in the colonization of Native American territories.

• Sitting Bull, Chief Joseph, Geronimo - They all led resistance against westward expansion and fought to protect their tribes' lands and cultures.

• Crazy Horse, Red Cloud, Black Hawk - They all supported westward expansion and collaborated with the government to relocate their tribes.

• Pocahontas, Sacagawea, John Smith - They all welcomed westward expansion and helped settlers establish new communities.

Discuss the role of Sitting Bull and Chief Joseph in leading their respective tribes against westward expansion.

• They both played key roles in leading their respective tribes against westward expansion.

• They had no significant role in leading their tribes against westward expansion

• They were not real historical figures

• They were both in favor of westward expansion

What was the impact of the Gold Rush on westward expansion and Native American tribes?

• The Gold Rush had no impact on westward expansion or Native American tribes

• The Gold Rush led to a decrease in westward expansion as people focused on mining in established areas

• The Gold Rush led to an increase in westward expansion, resulting in further displacement of Native American tribes

• The Gold Rush led to a peaceful coexistence between settlers and Native American tribes

How did the Dawes Act impact Native American tribes during the period of westward expansion?

• The Dawes Act had no impact on Native American tribes

• The Dawes Act led to the preservation of Native American culture and traditions

• The Dawes Act led to the division of tribal lands into individual allotments, furthering the displacement of Native American tribes

• The Dawes Act led to an increase in the population of Native American tribes