Westward Expansion

Explain the role of the Lewis and Clark expedition in the exploration of the western territories of the United States.

• To establish trade routes with Native American tribes

• To explore and map the newly acquired western territories

• To find a direct water route to the Pacific Ocean

• To claim land for the United States

What were the events leading to the acquisition of Texas and its impact on U.S. history?

• The Texas Revolution and subsequent annexation by the U.S.

• The Louisiana Purchase and its expansion

• The Oregon Trail and westward migration

• The California Gold Rush and economic boom

The Louisiana Purchase was a significant event in the territorial expansion of the United States. Which country did the United States acquire the Louisiana territory from?

• Spain

• France

• Great Britain

• Mexico

What was the significance of the Lewis and Clark expedition in the context of westward expansion?

• It marked the beginning of the American Revolution.

• It was the first successful expedition to the South Pole.

• It provided valuable information about the western territories and paved the way for westward expansion.

• It led to the discovery of gold in California.

What was the importance of the Oregon Trail in the westward expansion of the United States?

• It was a major trade route for European goods.

• It served as a pathway for settlers moving west.

• It was a military route for the U.S. Army.

• It was used for transporting gold from California.

How did the Louisiana Purchase lead to Westward Expansion?

• It provided new land for settlement and exploration.

• It restricted access to western territories.

• It led to conflicts with European powers.

• It resulted in the loss of eastern territories.

What is the term for 'Movement from one place to another'?

• Migration

• Stagnation

• Isolation

• Stationary

In what year was Thomas Jefferson elected president of the United States?

• 1750

• 1900

• 1796

• 1816

Who did President Thomas Jefferson purchase the Louisiana Territory from?

• King George

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Paul Revere

• James Monroe

True or False: The Louisiana Purchase allowed American settlers to farm west of the Mississippi River.

• True

• False