Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion

Who first coined the term 'Manifest Destiny'?

• John L. O’Sullivan

• Andrew Jackson

• Lewis and Clark

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the primary purpose of the Oregon Trail during the westward expansion?

• Hunting and trading by Native Americans

• A route for settlers moving west

• Military expeditions

• A path for gold miners

Which act authorized by President Andrew Jackson led to the Trail of Tears?

• Indian Removal Act of 1830

• Donation Land Claim Act of 1850

• Homestead Act

• Missouri Compromise

What was a significant consequence of the Manifest Destiny ideology?

• Displacement of Native American tribes

• Peaceful coexistence with Native Americans

• Establishment of new trade routes

• End of European immigration

Which of the following was NOT a factor that fueled westward expansion?

• Mass immigration from Europe

• Promise of economic prosperity

• Second Great Awakening

• Discovery of oil in Texas