Manifest Destiny and Territorial Expansion

What is the main idea behind the concept of Manifest Destiny?

• The notion that America should focus on industrialization.

• The idea that America was destined to expand across the continent.

• The belief that America should remain isolated.

• The belief that America should form alliances with Europe.

In the painting 'American Progress', what does the figure of Columbia represent?

• A symbol of European influence.

• A depiction of the American wilderness.

• A representation of Native American culture.

• A physical representation of the United States and its ideals.

Who first used the term 'Manifest Destiny' to describe America's expansionist goals?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John O'Sullivan

• George Washington

• Andrew Jackson

Which of the following was NOT a belief associated with Manifest Destiny?

• America's culture and religion should be spread westward.

• America was chosen by God to expand.

• America's political system should be spread to new territories.

• America should remain within its original borders.

What was one of the economic reasons for supporting Manifest Destiny?

• To create new markets for European goods.

• To reduce the population in eastern cities.

• To gain land and resources for America's industrial economy.

• To establish trade routes with Europe.

Which treaty added the Louisiana Purchase to the United States?

• Gadsden Purchase

• Louisiana Purchase Treaty

• Adams-Onis Treaty

• Treaty of Paris

What was the significance of the Oregon Territory acquisition?

• It was the first territory acquired through war.

• It marked the end of westward expansion.

• It was acquired through a treaty with Great Britain.

• It was the last territory added to the United States.

Which event led to the annexation of Texas by the United States?

• The Gadsden Purchase

• The Mexican-American War

• The Texas Revolution

• The Treaty of Paris

How did the United States acquire Florida?

• Through the Gadsden Purchase

• Through the Adams-Onis Treaty

• Through the Treaty of Paris

• Through the Louisiana Purchase

What was the outcome of the US-Mexican War in terms of territorial expansion?

• The annexation of Florida

• The purchase of Alaska

• The addition of the Mexican Cession

• The acquisition of the Oregon Territory