Lesson 11-2 Moving West

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

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'.

He and his team cleared the path that created the Wilderness Road.

• Daniel Boone

• Robert Fulton

• Robert Livingston

• DeWitt Clinton

Answer explanation

Daniel Boone was a key figure in the early exploration and settlement of the American frontier, and he is credited with clearing the Wilderness Road, which opened up the region for westward expansion.

Which was NOT a problem with river travel.

• Slow travel upstream

• Couldn't carry heavier loads

• Rivers only ran north to south

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Couldn't carry heavier loads', is not a problem with river travel. In fact, rivers allowed for the transport of goods, often more efficiently than overland routes, despite challenges like slow upstream travel.

A _____ is an artificial waterway.

Answer explanation

A canal is specifically designed as an artificial waterway for navigation or irrigation, making it the correct answer to the question.