Westward Expansion 1

What were two major causes of the War of 1812?

• a. American desire for independence and westward expansion

• b. Capture of American sailors and British support of American Indian resistance

• c. Disagreements over slavery and taxation

• d. Tensions between France and the U.S. over land ownership

Imagine you are Francis Scott Key watching the Battle of Fort McHenry. Why might he have written “The Star-Spangled Banner”?

• a. To describe the beauty of Fort McHenry

• b. To celebrate the British victory

• c. To express pride in the survival of the American flag during the battle

• d. To encourage the U.S. to surrender

Why did the British burn the Capitol and the White House during the War of 1812?

• a. It was revenge for the U.S. attack on York (modern-day Toronto).

• b. They were celebrating their victory in the war.

• c. They wanted to take over Washington, D.C., permanently.

• d. To protect British soldiers stationed there.

How did westward expansion affect American Indians?

• a. They were given new territories and resources.

• b. They became allies with settlers to protect their lands.

• c. They gained new opportunities to trade with settlers.

• d. Many were forced off their lands, and their populations declined.

How might American Indians and settlers have viewed westward expansion differently?

• a. Both groups saw it as an opportunity for growth.

• b. Both groups were eager to share land and resources peacefully.

• c. Settlers saw it as a chance to farm new lands, while American Indians saw it as a threat to their way of life.

• d. American Indians encouraged settlers to move west to create new towns.

What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase? Select all that apply.

• a. It doubled the size of the existing U.S.

• b. It ended the War of 1812.

• c. It opens the way for the U.S. to expand west.

• d. It resulted in an alliance with the American Indians.

The Louisiana Purchase, completed in 1803, doubled the size of the United States and provided land for settlement. This new territory was explored by ___________ and ___________, who were guided by ___________, a Shoshone woman, during their expedition.

Why was the Gold Rush significant to California’s development?

• a. It created large cities and industrial factories.

• b. It attracted settlers who built mining towns and businesses.

• c. It ended the westward expansion movement.

• d. It caused conflict between American settlers and Britain.

Why is the Battle of the Alamo significant in Texas history?

• a. It inspired Texans to continue fighting for independence despite the loss.

• b. It marked the final victory of Texas against Mexico.

• c. It led to the Louisiana Purchase.

• d. It resulted in the surrender of Mexican forces to the U.S.

Which of the following reasons was NOT a reasons the U.S. did not want Texas as a state?

• Mexico would declare war on the U.S.

• Northern states did not want another slave state.

• The U.S. did not want England or France to own Texas.

• Texas was apart of the 13 colonies.