Manifest Destiny and Expansion in the 1840s

What was the primary motivation behind the concept of Manifest Destiny in the 1840s?

• Economic expansion
• Religious freedom
• Territorial expansion
• Industrialization

Which treaty resulted in the United States gaining control of Florida?

• Adams-Onis Treaty
• Treaty of Ghent
• Webster-Ashburton Treaty
• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

How did President John Tyler's actions reflect his divergence from the Whig Party?

• He supported the national bank
• He vetoed a proposed Whig tariff
• He increased tariffs
• He expanded the national bank

What was one of James Polk's four-point missions during his presidency?

• Increase tariffs
• Expand the national bank
• Clear up the Oregon border issue
• Annex Hawaii

Why was Texas initially rejected from joining the United States?

• Economic instability
• Slavery issue
• Lack of resources
• Foreign alliances

What was the outcome of the Oregon Territory dispute in 1846?

• The US gained all of Oregon
• The border was set at 54 40
• The border was set at 49 degrees north
• Britain retained all of Oregon

What was the significance of the 'Spot Resolution' proposed by Abraham Lincoln?

• It supported the war with Mexico
• It questioned the justification for the war
• It demanded immediate peace
• It called for more troops

Which battle was a turning point in the Mexican-American War, where General Zachary Taylor faced a bold attack from Santa Anna?

• Battle of Veracruz
• Battle of Buena Vista
• Battle of Mexico City
• Battle of the Alamo

What was the Bear Flag Republic?

• An independent republic in Texas
• An independent republic in California
• A Mexican territory
• A British colony

What was the main territorial gain for the United States from the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

• Florida
• Oregon
• Mexican Cession
• Texas