What was the purpose of the national road approved by Congress in 1806?
Lesson 11-2 Moving West

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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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Frank Hawkins
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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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