Lesson 11-2 Moving West

Lesson 11-2 Moving West

8th Grade

11 Qs

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Lesson 11-2 Moving West

Lesson 11-2 Moving West

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Frank Hawkins

FREE Resource

11 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the national road approved by Congress in 1806?

To connect the East with the West

To connect New York with Albany

To connect the Mississippi River with the Gulf of Mexico

To connect the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean

Answer explanation

The national road approved by Congress in 1806 aimed to facilitate transportation and communication by connecting the East with the West, promoting westward expansion and economic growth.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the steamboat launched by Robert Fulton in 1807?

The Pioneer

The Clermont

The Enterprise

The Navigator

Answer explanation

The steamboat launched by Robert Fulton in 1807 was named The Clermont. It was significant as it marked the beginning of commercial steamboat travel, revolutionizing transportation on American rivers.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the canal planned by DeWitt Clinton in New York?

To connect the Mississippi River with the Gulf of Mexico

To connect the Hudson River to Lake Erie

To connect the East with the West

To connect the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean

Answer explanation

The canal planned by DeWitt Clinton aimed to connect the Hudson River to Lake Erie, facilitating trade and transportation between the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes, thus boosting New York's economy.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason river travel was more comfortable than travel by road?

Rivers were faster

Rivers were smoother

Rivers were wider

Rivers were shorter

Answer explanation

Rivers were smoother than roads, providing a more comfortable travel experience. Unlike bumpy and uneven road surfaces, river travel allowed for a gentler ride, making it preferable for long journeys.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states were part of the new states added between 1816 and 1821?

Vermont and Ohio

Indiana, Illinois, Mississippi, Alabama, and Missouri

New York and Pennsylvania

California and Texas

Answer explanation

The states added between 1816 and 1821 include Indiana, Illinois, Mississippi, Alabama, and Missouri. These states were part of the westward expansion during this period, unlike the other options listed.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a census?

A type of road

A count of the population

A weather pattern

A historical event

Answer explanation

A census is specifically defined as a systematic count of the population, typically conducted at regular intervals to gather demographic data. Therefore, the correct answer is 'A count of the population'.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a turnpike?

A type of road

A population count

A type of ship

A farming tool

Answer explanation

A turnpike is specifically defined as a type of road, often a toll road, where users pay a fee for access. The other options do not relate to the term 'turnpike'.

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