DE 6.4 p2

What was a primary reason settlers moved from the original 13 states to territories in the South and West during the early 1800s?

• To escape from political persecution

• To find new economic and social opportunities

• To join the military efforts against Native Americans

• To establish new religious communities

Which state was the first to join the Union that was not one of the original 13 colonies?

• Ohio

• Vermont

• Indiana

• Illinois

Why was Vermont's initial petition for statehood denied?

• It was too small in population

• It was claimed by New York

• It had unresolved conflicts with Native Americans

• It lacked a formal government structure

What significant change did Ohio's constitution introduce when it joined the Union in 1803?

• It allowed women to vote

• It permitted all white men to vote, regardless of property ownership

• It abolished slavery

• It established a state militia

What was a major factor that contributed to the population growth in northern Illinois after it became a state?

• The discovery of gold

• The development of the fur trade

• The emergence of Chicago as a port city

• The establishment of large plantations

During the War of 1812, what was a significant outcome for the United States in terms of territorial control?

• The U.S. lost control of the Northwest Territory

• The U.S. gained control over the backcountry and Midwest

• The U.S. ceded land to Canada

• The U.S. established a new capital in the Midwest

Which state became the 19th state to join the Union in 1816?

• Ohio

• Vermont

• Indiana

• Illinois

What was a common method of travel for settlers moving to new territories in the early 1800s?

• By train

• By river

• By airplane

• By automobile

What was a key reason for the French interest in Ohio during the 1660s?

• To establish a military base

• To develop the fur trade

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity

• To find new agricultural lands

What was the status of Native American populations in Ohio after the French and Indian War?

• They were given new lands in the East

• They were expelled and displaced

• They formed alliances with the British

• They were granted citizenship