Quiz on Manifest Destiny

Which of the following was a motivation for moving west related to financial gain?

• Profit

• Better schools

• War

• Climate

What was the primary reason for traveling the Santa Fe Trail?

• Religious freedom

• Profit and new life

• Escaping persecution

• Adventure and exploration

Which trail is marked in red on the map?

• Oregon Trail

• Lewis and Clark Trail

• Mormon Trail

• Santa Fe Trail

What was the purpose of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787?

• To establish trade routes

• To charter a government for the Northwest Territory

• To declare war on Britain

• To create a national bank

What was the campaign slogan of Polk related to the Oregon Country?

• 54'40 or fight

• 49'40 or fight

• 50'40 or fight

• 55'40 or fight