Week 26 and 27 Review

What were the economic motivations behind the Indian Removal Act?

• To increase tourism

• To open up land for European-American settlers and agriculture

• To build factories

• To create national parks

During the Trail of Tears, what challenges did the Native Americans face?

• Easy travel conditions

• Harsh weather, disease, and lack of supplies

• Plenty of rest stops

• Comfortable accommodations

How did the spread of cholera impact 19th-century American society?

• It encouraged people to travel more

• It led to advancements in public health and sanitation

• It had no effect

• It made people happy

In what way did Andrew Jackson justify the Indian Removal Act?

• He believed it would improve international relations

• He claimed it would benefit Native Americans

• He thought it would reduce taxes

• He wanted to build new cities

What was Sequoyah's main objective in creating the Cherokee syllabary?

• To entertain children

• To promote literacy and preserve the Cherokee language

• To start a business

• To impress his friends

How did the Jackson Purchase contribute to westward expansion in the U.S.?

• It reduced the country's size

• It added new land to the southern region

• It stopped migration to the west

• It made foreign trade easier

What cultural adaptations did the Five Civilized Tribes make in response to European-American influence?

• They avoided European customs

• They adopted European-style government, education, and agriculture

How did David Crockett's actions at the Alamo impact American history?

• They were insignificant

• They symbolized resistance and bravery in the fight for Texas independence

• They ended the Texas Revolution

• They started a new war

What strategic importance did the Alamo hold during the Texas Revolution?

• It was a cultural center

• It was a key defensive position against Mexican forces

• It was a trading post

• It was a place for celebrations

What role did James Polk's presidency play in Manifest Destiny?

• He opposed expansion

• He strongly supported and facilitated U.S. territorial growth

• He focused solely on domestic affairs

• He ignored the concept